Crime Rate in Moreton West and Saughall Massie: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Moreton West and Saughall Massie

The total recorded crimes in Moreton West and Saughall Massie, Wirral, UK in March 2025 are around 57 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Moreton West and Saughall Massie crime rate of 2.17 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 Moreton West and Saughall Massie, encompassing approximately 26,304 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (42.11% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Moreton West and Saughall Massie Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hardie Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Curlew Way with total crimes: 3
  • Chadwick Street with total crimes: 2

How safe is Moreton West and Saughall Massie?

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

  • Relative to Wirral:

    • In 2024, Moreton West and Saughall Massie demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wirral average, with 731 crimes compared to 1943.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Moreton West and Saughall Massie recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Moreton West and Saughall Massie had fewer crimes than the Wirral average, with 717 crimes compared to 1,981. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Moreton West and Saughall Massie recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wirral, Moreton West and Saughall Massie has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Moreton West and Saughall Massie Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Moreton West and Saughall Massie has recorded 57 crimes with crime rate of 2.17 ranking 16th out of 21 in the Wirral, UK

In 2024, the total Moreton West and Saughall Massie crimes were 731. The crime rate of Moreton West and Saughall Massie in 2024 was 27.79 (year) or 2.32 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Wirral.

In 2023, the total crimes in Moreton West and Saughall Massie were around 717 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.26 (year) or 2.27 (month) ranking 18 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
Bebington38 19707 18765 17
Clatterbridge44 18629 19552 20
Pensby and Thingwall30 20533 20561 19
Greasby, Frankby and Irby27 21427 22506 21
West Kirby and Thurstaston25 22451 21481 22

Moreton West and Saughall Massie Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 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 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 72 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 202510
January 20254
December 20248
November 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 20247
July 20244
June 202412
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 95 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20259
December 20244
November 20247
October 202413
September 202411
August 20249
July 202413
June 202412
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 338 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202519
January 202532
December 202432
November 202425
October 202426
September 202428
August 202433
July 202424
June 202438
May 202430
April 202424

A total of 64 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20248
October 20244
September 20246
August 20244
July 20248
June 202410
May 20243
April 202410

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

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
November 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

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.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
April 20244

A total of 37 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 44 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20259
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20246
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20242
September 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20246
November 20242
October 20244
July 20248
June 202410
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Moreton West and Saughall Massie in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Moreton West and Saughall Massie postcode area is presented below.

1. Hardie Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Curlew Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Chadwick Street (Map)
Total2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
4. Netherton Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
5. Overgreen Grove (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other crime1
6. Litherland Avenue (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Berrylands Close (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Linear Park (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Macdonald Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Orchard Grange (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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