Is Darwen West Safe?
Crime statistics for Darwen West. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 567 total crimes recorded in Darwen West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Darwen West — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Darwen West
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Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Darwen West by safety score
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Darwen West safe?
Darwen West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 48/100, rated Average. A total of 567 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 40.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Darwen West are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Darwen West in the last 12 months?
567 crimes were recorded in Darwen West in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 40.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (955 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 215 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Darwen West?
The most common crime in Darwen West is Violent Crime, with 215 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 37.9% 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 Darwen West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Darwen West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 40.6% — from 955 crimes in the previous 12 months to 567 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Darwen West?
Darwen West has a safety score of 48 out of 100 (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 Darwen West compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Darwen West has a safety score of 48/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 31/100. Darwen West 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 Darwen West?
100% of crimes recorded in Darwen West 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 Lancashire 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 Darwen West?
215 violent crimes were recorded in Darwen West in the last 12 months — representing 37.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 158 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 Darwen West last updated?
The crime data for Darwen West was last updated in May 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 Darwen West with other areas?
You can compare Darwen West 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.