Crime Rate in Poulton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Poulton South

The total recorded crimes in Poulton South, Warrington, UK in March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Poulton South crime rate of 1.63 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 Poulton South, encompassing approximately 7,341 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (1) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Poulton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Whitfield Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Willow Crescent with total crimes: 3
  • Manchester Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Poulton South?

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

  • Relative to Warrington:

    • In 2024, Poulton South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Warrington average, with 191 crimes compared to 885.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Poulton South recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Poulton South had fewer crimes than the Warrington average, with 233 crimes compared to 860. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Poulton South recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Poulton South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Poulton South has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 1.63 ranking 22th out of 21 in the Warrington, UK

In 2024, the total Poulton South crimes were 191. The crime rate of Poulton South in 2024 was 26.02 (year) or 2.17 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Warrington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Poulton South were around 233 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.74 (year) or 2.64 (month) ranking 21 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
Latchford West71 6653 8692 7
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 South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Bicycle theft (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241

A total of 100 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 202514
December 20248
November 20249
October 20243
September 20245
August 20247
July 20249
June 202414
May 20247
April 20249

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
July 20241

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
August 20243
July 20244
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
July 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

High Crime Locations Poulton South in March 2025

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

1. Whitfield Avenue (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Vehicle crime1
2. Willow Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Manchester Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Westover Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hazel Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Springfield Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Brownhill Drive (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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