Crime Rate in Aughton and Downholland: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aughton and Downholland

The total recorded crimes in Aughton and Downholland, West Lancashire, UK in March 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aughton and Downholland crime rate of 10.48 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 Aughton and Downholland, encompassing approximately 2,004 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Aughton and Downholland Crime Hotspots

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

  • Narrow Croft Road with total crimes: 5
  • Town Green Lane with total crimes: 3
  • School Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Aughton and Downholland?

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

  • Relative to West Lancashire:

    • In 2024, Aughton and Downholland demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Lancashire average, with 283 crimes compared to 391.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Aughton and Downholland recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Aughton and Downholland had fewer crimes than the West Lancashire average, with 204 crimes compared to 354. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Aughton and Downholland recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Lancashire, Aughton and Downholland has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Aughton and Downholland Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Aughton and Downholland has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 10.48 ranking 17th out of 24 in the West Lancashire, UK

In 2024, the total Aughton and Downholland crimes were 283. The crime rate of Aughton and Downholland in 2024 was 141.19 (year) or 11.77 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the West Lancashire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Aughton and Downholland were around 204 crimes with yearly crime rate of 101.78 (year) or 8.48 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the West Lancashire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Lancashire)CrimesRank (West Lancashire)CrimesRank (West Lancashire)
Bickerstaffe84 1804 2750 1
Birch Green49 5863 1745 2
Knowsley67 2707 4457 10
Tanhouse48 6604 6693 3
Digmoor55 3754 3567 4
Moorside51 4445 10399 11
Ashurst33 11623 5550 5
Skelmersdale South42 7585 7550 6
Scott39 8463 9524 7
Up Holland36 10442 11500 8
Derby36 9532 8497 9
Skelmersdale North27 14370 13354 12
Burscough West30 13423 12253 14
North Meols32 12250 16207 16
Tarleton21 16238 17300 13
Burscough East15 19260 15249 15
Hesketh-with-Becconsall25 15222 18184 19
Wrightington9 22211 19191 18
Aughton Park18 1879 2494 23
Scarisbrick14 21193 20157 20
Halsall14 20126 21126 22
Parbold9 23123 22151 21
Newburgh7 2494 2363 25
Rufford3 2577 2592 24

Aughton and Downholland Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
August 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 100 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20255
January 20255
December 20247
November 20244
October 20245
September 20249
August 202412
July 20245
June 202414
May 202413
April 202410

A total of 1 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

A total of 77 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 202410
September 20241
August 20248
July 20247
June 202418
May 20248
April 20247

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244
June 20244
April 20242

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

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
July 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20242
June 20242

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

MonthCount
August 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Aughton and Downholland in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aughton and Downholland postcode area is presented below.

1. Narrow Croft Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
2. Town Green Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. School Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Molyneux Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Station Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Chisnall Brook Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Sumner Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Mairscough Lane (Map)
Total1
Robbery1
10. Southport Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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