The total recorded crimes in Newburgh, West Lancashire, UK in March 2025 are around 7 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newburgh crime rate of 68.49 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 Newburgh, encompassing approximately 102 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Newburgh, we need to analyze Newburgh crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to West Lancashire:
In 2024, Newburgh demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Lancashire average, with 94 crimes compared to 391.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Newburgh recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 24 other cities.
In 2023, Newburgh had fewer crimes than the West Lancashire average, with 63 crimes compared to 354. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Newburgh recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 24 other cities.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in West Lancashire, Newburgh has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In March 2025 the Newburgh has recorded 7 crimes with crime rate of 68.49 ranking 24th out of 24 in the West Lancashire, UK
In 2024, the total Newburgh crimes were 94. The crime rate of Newburgh in 2024 was 919.77 (year) or 76.65 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the West Lancashire.
In 2023, the total crimes in Newburgh were around 63 crimes with yearly crime rate of 616.44 (year) or 51.37 (month) ranking 25 most dangerous area in the West Lancashire.
| Area | March 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (West Lancashire) | Crimes | Rank (West Lancashire) | Crimes | Rank (West Lancashire) | |
| Bickerstaffe | 84 | 1 | 804 | 2 | 750 | 1 |
| Birch Green | 49 | 5 | 863 | 1 | 745 | 2 |
| Knowsley | 67 | 2 | 707 | 4 | 457 | 10 |
| Tanhouse | 48 | 6 | 604 | 6 | 693 | 3 |
| Digmoor | 55 | 3 | 754 | 3 | 567 | 4 |
| Moorside | 51 | 4 | 445 | 10 | 399 | 11 |
| Ashurst | 33 | 11 | 623 | 5 | 550 | 5 |
| Skelmersdale South | 42 | 7 | 585 | 7 | 550 | 6 |
| Scott | 39 | 8 | 463 | 9 | 524 | 7 |
| Up Holland | 36 | 10 | 442 | 11 | 500 | 8 |
| Derby | 36 | 9 | 532 | 8 | 497 | 9 |
| Skelmersdale North | 27 | 14 | 370 | 13 | 354 | 12 |
| Burscough West | 30 | 13 | 423 | 12 | 253 | 14 |
| North Meols | 32 | 12 | 250 | 16 | 207 | 16 |
| Tarleton | 21 | 16 | 238 | 17 | 300 | 13 |
| Aughton and Downholland | 21 | 17 | 283 | 14 | 204 | 17 |
| Burscough East | 15 | 19 | 260 | 15 | 249 | 15 |
| Hesketh-with-Becconsall | 25 | 15 | 222 | 18 | 184 | 19 |
| Wrightington | 9 | 22 | 211 | 19 | 191 | 18 |
| Aughton Park | 18 | 18 | 79 | 24 | 94 | 23 |
| Scarisbrick | 14 | 21 | 193 | 20 | 157 | 20 |
| Halsall | 14 | 20 | 126 | 21 | 126 | 22 |
| Parbold | 9 | 23 | 123 | 22 | 151 | 21 |
| Rufford | 3 | 25 | 77 | 25 | 92 | 24 |
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (2 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (6 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (6 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (1 incidents) also being high.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 22 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
| April 2024 | 2 |
A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 4 |
A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 6 |
A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Newburgh postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 2 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |