The total recorded crimes in Newburgh, West Lancashire, UK in January 2026 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newburgh crime rate of 78.28 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 Jan 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 areas in the West Lancashire.
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 areas in the West Lancashire.
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 January 2026 the Newburgh has recorded 8 crimes with crime rate of 78.28 ranking 20th 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 | January 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Newburgh) | Crimes | Rank (Newburgh) | Crimes | Rank (Newburgh) | |
| 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 |
| Aughton and Downholland | 11 | 17 | 283 | 14 | 204 | 17 |
| 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 |
| 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 Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (2 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In May 2025, Burglary dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (1 incidents) also being high.
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.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 25 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 3 |
| August 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 19 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 2 |
| December 2025 | 2 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 4 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Newburgh postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 2 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Shoplifting | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |