Crime Rate in Latchford West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Latchford West

The total recorded crimes in Latchford West, Warrington, UK in July 2025 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Latchford West crime rate of 3.93 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Latchford West, encompassing approximately 12,474 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-29.63% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Latchford West Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4
  • Fletcher Street with total crimes: 4
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3

How safe is Latchford West?

To understand the safety of Latchford West, we need to analyze Latchford West crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Warrington:

    • In 2024, Latchford West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Warrington average, with 653 crimes compared to 885.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Latchford West witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

    • In 2023, Latchford West had fewer crimes than the Warrington average, with 692 crimes compared to 860. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Latchford West witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Warrington, Latchford West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Latchford West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Latchford West has recorded 49 crimes with crime rate of 3.93 ranking 12th out of 21 in the Warrington, UK

In 2024, the total Latchford West crimes were 653. The crime rate of Latchford West in 2024 was 52.35 (year) or 4.36 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Warrington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Latchford West were around 692 crimes with yearly crime rate of 55.47 (year) or 4.62 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Warrington.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Latchford West)CrimesRank (Latchford West)CrimesRank (Latchford West)
Bewsey and Whitecross574 16,185 15,924 1
Fairfield and Howley122 21,390 31,528 2
Poplars and Hulme113 31,540 21,431 3
Orford95 41,334 41,343 4
Latchford East74 5966 5906 5
Birchwood69 7888 6898 6
Great Sankey South73 6609 9577 10
Poulton North47 13693 7678 9
Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft65 8574 10684 8
Chapelford and Old Hall62 9510 12472 13
Burtonwood and Winwick58 10504 13499 12
Rixton and Woolston53 11474 14511 11
Stockton Heath27 17569 11383 15
Westbrook29 16421 15388 14
Appleton34 14336 19352 17
Lymm South32 15340 18357 16
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall19 22376 16279 20
Lymm North and Thelwall26 19353 17286 19
Penketh and Cuerdley26 18319 20296 18
Poulton South21 20191 22233 21
Grappenhall20 21237 21209 22

Latchford West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 71 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20256
April 20256
March 20253
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20247
October 20246
September 202413
August 20247

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20259
May 20251
April 20254
March 20257
January 20252
December 20244
October 20247
September 20247
August 20246

A total of 257 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202527
May 202523
April 202526
March 202535
February 202512
January 202524
December 202414
November 202411
October 202414
September 202425
August 202427

A total of 58 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 202512
April 20253
March 20257
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
September 20244
August 202411

A total of 23 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
August 20242

A total of 55 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20251
April 20252
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
September 202410
August 202416

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20255
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20253
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 33 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20253
April 20253
March 20254
February 20255
January 20257
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
December 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Latchford West in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Latchford West postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Fletcher Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Eastford Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
7. Shrewsbury Street (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
8. Priory Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Miller Street (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. School Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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