WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Merseyside Police Police

Crime in Thatto Heath, St. Helens

Comprehensive safety analysis for Thatto Heath, localized within St. Helens.

Total Crimes

86
trending_up +8.9% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

69.94per 1k
trending_up +1.4% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

13,254

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences37
Drug Offences12
Vehicle Crime8
Other Crime7
Public Order6
Anti-social Behaviour5
Other Theft4
Burglary2
Criminal Damage & Arson2
Bicycle Theft1
Shoplifting1
Robbery1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Shopping Area Map
Shoplifting: 23
23
On or near Hempstead Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 14Vehicle crime: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
16
On or near Sherdley Road Map
Other theft: 3Criminal damage and arson: 2Anti-social behaviour: 1
6
On or near Ayres Court Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Drugs: 1Other theft: 1
5
On or near Close Street Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Drugs: 1Vehicle crime: 1
4
On or near Hatfield Close Map
Other crime: 2Public order: 2
4
On or near Cumberland Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4
4
On or near Alma Place Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Perth Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Brompton Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Anti-social behaviour: 1
3

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Local Rank

#12safest in St. Helens

City Average

89.31per 1k

Local Policing

Eccleston

Merseyside Police

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Local Priorities

Vehicle Crime is a current priority for the Eccleston area

Issued: 6 Mar 2026

Status Update

Ward officers have regular contact with residents in the area of Eccleston,
Officers have carried out crime‑prevention visits in the area, have made a number of arrests for vehicle crime. High‑visibility patrols are ongoing, and we will continue to work closely with the community to deter and address any emerging problems.

Actioned: 28 Apr 2026

Anti-Social Behaviour Foxwoods estate, including anti-social use of vehicles near Eccleston Park Golf Course

Issued: 8 Dec 2025

Status Update

Officers have provided extra attention to the area, conducted road safety and ASB talks in local schools and conducted an environmental assessment of the area for preventative options. Due to the increased visibility 2 x adults and 2 x children were warned regarding their behaviour and advised of partner escalation processes.

Actioned: 12 Jan 2026

Anti-Social Behaviour Red Rocks Path, Taylor Park and Prescot Road, including anti-social use of vehicles near Carmel College

Issued: 24 Sep 2025

Status Update

Neighbourhood officers are currently working with partners and the College to devise a partnership action plan to combat this issue. They have obtained CCTV covering offences and working to identify the offenders. Some youths have been spoken to by schools officers and initial verbal warnings issued regarding behaviour.

Actioned: 13 Nov 2025

Drug crime - drug dealing in the area is having an impact on residents who have concerns around anti-social behaviour linked to this activity

Issued: 30 Jun 2025

Status Update

We are working with local partners to develop plans to tackle the issues and target those suspected of being involved in drug related activity.

Actioned: 9 Sep 2025

Engagement Events

JUL10

Community Surgery

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Local officers will be available to answer your queries and address your concerns on the date below. Please come along and speak with us.

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2:00 PM — 3:00 PM

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Eccleston Library, Broadway,

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Community Surgery

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Local officers will be available to answer your queries and address your concerns on the date below. Please come along and speak with us.

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2:00 PM — 3:00 PM

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Eccleston Library, Broadway,

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