Crime Rate in Skelmersdale North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Skelmersdale North

The total recorded crimes in Skelmersdale North, West Lancashire, UK in July 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Skelmersdale North crime rate of 3.87 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 Skelmersdale North, encompassing approximately 8,523 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (57.14% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Skelmersdale North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Tarlswood with total crimes: 5
  • Willow Hey with total crimes: 4
  • Berry Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is Skelmersdale North?

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

  • Relative to West Lancashire:

    • In 2024, Skelmersdale North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Lancashire average, with 370 crimes compared to 391.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Skelmersdale North had fewer crimes than the West Lancashire average, with 354 crimes compared to 354. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Skelmersdale North witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 24 other areas in the West Lancashire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Skelmersdale North Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Skelmersdale North has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 3.87 ranking 12th out of 24 in the West Lancashire, UK

In 2024, the total Skelmersdale North crimes were 370. The crime rate of Skelmersdale North in 2024 was 43.41 (year) or 3.62 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the West Lancashire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Skelmersdale North were around 354 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.53 (year) or 3.46 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the West Lancashire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Skelmersdale North)CrimesRank (Skelmersdale North)CrimesRank (Skelmersdale North)
Bickerstaffe138 1804 2750 1
Birch Green105 2863 1745 2
Tanhouse70 4604 6693 3
Digmoor56 6754 3567 4
Skelmersdale South74 3585 7550 6
Knowsley54 7707 4457 10
Ashurst61 5623 5550 5
Scott52 8463 9524 7
Up Holland42 11442 11500 8
Derby25 14532 8497 9
Burscough West52 9423 12253 14
Moorside48 10445 10399 11
Tarleton23 16238 17300 13
Burscough East27 13260 15249 15
Aughton and Downholland19 17283 14204 17
North Meols24 15250 16207 16
Wrightington18 19211 19191 18
Hesketh-with-Becconsall13 21222 18184 19
Scarisbrick18 18193 20157 20
Halsall14 20126 21126 22
Parbold9 24123 22151 21
Aughton Park11 2279 2494 23
Newburgh5 2594 2363 25
Rufford11 2377 2592 24

Skelmersdale North 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 11 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 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 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 110 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20257
May 202513
April 20259
March 20255
February 20257
January 20257
December 20246
November 202411
October 202411
September 20249
August 202414

A total of 76 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20257
April 20257
March 20256
February 20253
January 202511
December 20242
November 20243
October 20248
September 202415
August 20246

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20252
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 35 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 202511
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20248
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
October 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

High Crime Locations Skelmersdale North in July 2025

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

1. Tarlswood (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Willow Hey (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Berry Street (Map)
Total4
Other crime3
Public order1
4. Yewdale (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
5. Tanfields (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
7. Glebe Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
8. The Winsters (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Wigan Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Windrows (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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