Crime Rate in Bebington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bebington

The total recorded crimes in Bebington, Wirral, UK in March 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bebington crime rate of 1.21 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 Bebington, encompassing approximately 31,457 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-47.83% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Bebington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Beresford Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 2
  • Brackenwood Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Bebington?

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

  • Relative to Wirral:

    • In 2024, Bebington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wirral average, with 707 crimes compared to 1943.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bebington recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bebington had fewer crimes than the Wirral average, with 765 crimes compared to 1,981. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bebington recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wirral, Bebington has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bebington Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bebington has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 1.21 ranking 19th out of 21 in the Wirral, UK

In 2024, the total Bebington crimes were 707. The crime rate of Bebington in 2024 was 22.47 (year) or 1.87 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Wirral.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bebington were around 765 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.32 (year) or 2.03 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Wirral.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wirral)CrimesRank (Wirral)CrimesRank (Wirral)
Birkenhead and Tranmere792 19,104 19,256 1
Liscard205 53,916 24,412 2
Bidston and St James283 23,575 33,436 3
Claughton240 33,028 43,232 4
Oxton231 42,842 52,567 5
Seacombe180 62,669 62,518 6
Bromborough179 72,236 72,184 7
Rock Ferry135 101,886 92,086 8
Leasowe and Moreton East162 82,078 82,020 9
Upton145 91,781 101,909 10
Wallasey82 131,189 121,287 11
New Brighton126 111,251 111,198 12
Prenton83 12887 15976 15
Hoylake and Meols81 151,077 131,151 13
Heswall82 14988 14991 14
Eastham52 17766 16778 16
Moreton West and Saughall Massie57 16731 17717 18
Clatterbridge44 18629 19552 20
Pensby and Thingwall30 20533 20561 19
Greasby, Frankby and Irby27 21427 22506 21
West Kirby and Thurstaston25 22451 21481 22

Bebington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
October 20242
September 20247
August 20242
July 20245
June 20244
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 97 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20251
December 20244
November 202410
October 20246
September 20247
August 20249
July 202418
June 202416
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20242
September 20241
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 271 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202523
January 202519
December 202424
November 202420
October 202422
September 202419
August 202416
July 202427
June 202454
May 202416
April 202419

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20245
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
July 20242
June 202410
May 20243

A total of 60 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20245
November 20241
October 20246
September 20247
August 20241
July 20247
June 20248
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
June 202410
May 20241

A total of 38 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20246
August 20245
July 20247
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254
December 20243
September 20243
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
October 20242
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 41 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20259
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
April 20248

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Bebington in March 2025

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

1. Beresford Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
3. Brackenwood Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. The Crescent (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Stanbury Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
6. Linkside (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
9. King'S Brow (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Teesdale Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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