Crime Rate in Latchford West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Latchford West

The total recorded crimes in Latchford West, Warrington, UK in March 2025 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Latchford West crime rate of 5.69 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (191.67% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Latchford West Crime Hotspots

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

  • A49 with total crimes: 8
  • A5061 with total crimes: 6
  • Fletcher Street with total crimes: 6

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Latchford West has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 5.69 ranking 6th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Warrington)CrimesRank (Warrington)CrimesRank (Warrington)
Bewsey and Whitecross437 16,185 15,924 1
Fairfield and Howley121 31,390 31,528 2
Poplars and Hulme130 21,540 21,431 3
Orford101 51,334 41,343 4
Latchford East101 4966 5906 5
Birchwood59 7888 6898 6
Poulton North39 12693 7678 9
Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft40 11574 10684 8
Great Sankey South49 8609 9577 10
Chapelford and Old Hall45 9510 12472 13
Burtonwood and Winwick45 10504 13499 12
Rixton and Woolston36 13474 14511 11
Stockton Heath15 21569 11383 15
Westbrook33 15421 15388 14
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall36 14376 16279 20
Lymm South20 20340 18357 16
Lymm North and Thelwall32 16353 17286 19
Appleton28 18336 19352 17
Penketh and Cuerdley32 17319 20296 18
Grappenhall25 19237 21209 22
Poulton South12 22191 22233 21

Latchford West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (12 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 256 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202512
January 202524
December 202414
November 202411
October 202414
September 202425
August 202427
July 202415
June 202434
May 202426
April 202419

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
January 20252
December 20244
October 20247
September 20247
August 20246
July 20242
June 20248
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 36 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20257
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
June 20248
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 75 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20247
October 20246
September 202413
August 20247
July 20244
June 202410
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 86 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.82 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
September 202410
August 202416
July 20246
June 202412
May 202413
April 202412

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
September 20244
August 202411
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
June 20242

A total of 2 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
April 20241

High Crime Locations Latchford West in March 2025

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

1. A49 (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order3
Other crime1
2. A5061 (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
Drugs1
3. Fletcher Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Morley Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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