WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Merseyside Police Police

Crime in Prenton, Wirral

Comprehensive safety analysis for Prenton, localized within Wirral.

Total Crimes

68
trending_up +25.9% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

48.24per 1k
trending_up +1.4% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

14,572

12-Month Crime Trend

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences33
Other Theft9
Anti-social Behaviour6
Criminal Damage & Arson5
Public Order4
Burglary3
Other Crime3
Drug Offences3
Vehicle Crime2

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Berkeley Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 5
5
On or near Cambridge Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Public order: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1
4
On or near Chiltern Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Parkhurst Road Map
Other crime: 1Other theft: 1Public order: 1
3
On or near St Georges Gardens Map
Other theft: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1
2
On or near Prentonpark Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near St Georges Avenue Map
Public order: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
2
On or near Stuart Road Map
Other theft: 2
2
On or near Memorial Drive Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2
On or near Prenton Road East Map
Other crime: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
2

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Local Rank

#10safest in Wirral

City Average

74.5per 1k

Local Policing

Oxton

Merseyside Police

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Local Priorities

Residents have raised concerns regarding drug dealing in the area as well as persistent speeding and wider traffic issues.
Anti‑social behaviour has also been highlighted, particularly around abandoned buildings near Oxton Village; officers are engaging with the council to discuss future development options for these sites while continuing to provide regular passing attention to deter further issues.

Issued: 6 Mar 2026

Status Update

In response to community concerns around drug dealing, officers have increased high‑visibility patrols in the affected areas and are conducting targeted disruption activity to identify those involved and gather intelligence. This includes both overt patrols and covert work to support ongoing enforcement opportunities.
To address the issues of speeding and traffic‑related offences, officers are working jointly with the council to run scheduled speeding operations on the roads most frequently reported by residents. These operations involve stop‑checks, enforcement where necessary, and engagement with drivers to promote safer road use.
Regarding the reports of anti‑social behaviour around abandoned buildings near Oxton Village, officers are maintaining regular passing attention to deter unwanted activity and reduce opportunities for crime. They are also liaising with council partners to explore long‑term solutions, including potential redevelopment or improved site security, to prevent the locations from continuing to attract ASB.

Actioned: 6 Mar 2026

Engagement Events

JUL20

Community Police Surgery

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Mobile Police Surgery

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11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Williamson Art Gallery Car Park Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, CH43 4UE

NOV27

Community Police Surgery

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Mobile Police Surgery

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11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Williamson Art Gallery Car Park Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, CH43 4UE

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