The total recorded crimes in Aughton and Downholland, West Lancashire, UK in January 2026 are around 11 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aughton and Downholland crime rate of 5.49 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 Aughton and Downholland, encompassing approximately 2,004 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
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 areas in the West Lancashire.
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 areas in the West Lancashire.
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.
In January 2026 the Aughton and Downholland has recorded 11 crimes with crime rate of 5.49 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.
| Area | January 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Aughton and Downholland) | Crimes | Rank (Aughton and Downholland) | Crimes | Rank (Aughton and Downholland) | |
| Bickerstaffe | 48 | 3 | 804 | 2 | 750 | 1 |
| Birch Green | 53 | 2 | 863 | 1 | 745 | 2 |
| Skelmersdale South | 56 | 1 | 585 | 7 | 550 | 6 |
| Tanhouse | 20 | 13 | 604 | 6 | 693 | 3 |
| Digmoor | 43 | 4 | 754 | 3 | 567 | 4 |
| Knowsley | 30 | 8 | 707 | 4 | 457 | 10 |
| Ashurst | 23 | 10 | 623 | 5 | 550 | 5 |
| Burscough West | 40 | 5 | 423 | 12 | 253 | 14 |
| Moorside | 34 | 6 | 445 | 10 | 399 | 11 |
| Scott | 22 | 11 | 463 | 9 | 524 | 7 |
| Derby | 30 | 7 | 532 | 8 | 497 | 9 |
| Up Holland | 13 | 16 | 442 | 11 | 500 | 8 |
| Skelmersdale North | 23 | 9 | 370 | 13 | 354 | 12 |
| Burscough East | 22 | 12 | 260 | 15 | 249 | 15 |
| Tarleton | 15 | 14 | 238 | 17 | 300 | 13 |
| North Meols | 15 | 15 | 250 | 16 | 207 | 16 |
| Wrightington | 6 | 21 | 211 | 19 | 191 | 18 |
| Hesketh-with-Becconsall | 10 | 19 | 222 | 18 | 184 | 19 |
| Scarisbrick | 10 | 18 | 193 | 20 | 157 | 20 |
| Newburgh | 8 | 20 | 94 | 23 | 63 | 25 |
| Parbold | 5 | 22 | 123 | 22 | 151 | 21 |
| Halsall | 5 | 23 | 126 | 21 | 126 | 22 |
| Aughton Park | 3 | 25 | 79 | 24 | 94 | 23 |
| Rufford | 5 | 24 | 77 | 25 | 92 | 24 |
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.
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.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 4 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 5 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 79 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 6 |
| September 2025 | 6 |
| August 2025 | 5 |
| July 2025 | 8 |
| June 2025 | 7 |
| May 2025 | 14 |
| April 2025 | 10 |
| March 2025 | 11 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 2 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 58 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 2 |
| December 2025 | 4 |
| November 2025 | 6 |
| October 2025 | 7 |
| September 2025 | 5 |
| August 2025 | 8 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 8 |
| February 2025 | 4 |
A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 2 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 2 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
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.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aughton and Downholland postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |