Is Farington West Safe?
Crime statistics for Farington West. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 370 total crimes recorded in Farington West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Farington West — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Farington West safe?
Farington West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 56/100, rated Average. A total of 370 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 9.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Farington West are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Farington West in the last 12 months?
370 crimes were recorded in Farington West 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 9.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (339 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 122 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Farington West?
The most common crime in Farington West is Violent Crime, with 122 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 33% 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 Farington West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Farington West is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 9.1% — from 339 crimes in the previous 12 months to 370 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 Farington West?
Farington West has a safety score of 56 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 Farington West compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Farington West has a safety score of 56/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Farington 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 Farington West?
54.1% of crimes recorded in Farington 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 Farington West?
122 violent crimes were recorded in Farington West in the last 12 months — representing 33% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 104 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 Farington West last updated?
The crime data for Farington West 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 Farington West with other areas?
You can compare Farington 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.