Is Rixton and Woolston Safe?
Crime statistics for Rixton and Woolston. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 461 total crimes recorded in Rixton and Woolston
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Rixton and Woolston — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rixton and Woolston safe?
Rixton and Woolston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 41/100, rated Below Average. A total of 461 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 2.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Rixton and Woolston are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Rixton and Woolston in the last 12 months?
461 crimes were recorded in Rixton and Woolston in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 2.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (448 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 171 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Rixton and Woolston?
The most common crime in Rixton and Woolston is Violent Crime, with 171 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 37.1% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Rixton and Woolston increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rixton and Woolston is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 2.9% — from 448 crimes in the previous 12 months to 461 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Rixton and Woolston?
Rixton and Woolston has a safety score of 41 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Rixton and Woolston compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Rixton and Woolston has a safety score of 41/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Rixton and Woolston is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Rixton and Woolston?
14.3% of crimes recorded in Rixton and Woolston resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Cheshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Rixton and Woolston?
171 violent crimes were recorded in Rixton and Woolston in the last 12 months — representing 37.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 42 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Rixton and Woolston last updated?
The crime data for Rixton and Woolston was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Rixton and Woolston with other areas?
You can compare Rixton and Woolston with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.