Is North Meols & Hesketh Bank Safe?
Crime statistics for North Meols & Hesketh Bank. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 48 total crimes recorded in North Meols & Hesketh Bank
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for North Meols & Hesketh Bank — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Meols & Hesketh Bank safe?
North Meols & Hesketh Bank has a CrimeRadar safety score of 84/100, rated Safe. A total of 48 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 14.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. North Meols & Hesketh Bank is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in North Meols & Hesketh Bank in the last 12 months?
48 crimes were recorded in North Meols & Hesketh Bank 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 14.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (56 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 16 incidents.
What is the most common crime in North Meols & Hesketh Bank?
The most common crime in North Meols & Hesketh Bank is Violent Crime, with 16 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 33.3% 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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank increasing or decreasing?
Crime in North Meols & Hesketh Bank is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 14.3% — from 56 crimes in the previous 12 months to 48 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for North Meols & Hesketh Bank?
North Meols & Hesketh Bank has a safety score of 84 out of 100 (Safe). 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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
North Meols & Hesketh Bank has a safety score of 84/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. North Meols & Hesketh Bank 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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank?
0% of crimes recorded in North Meols & Hesketh Bank 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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank?
16 violent crimes were recorded in North Meols & Hesketh Bank in the last 12 months — representing 33.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 14 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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank last updated?
The crime data for North Meols & Hesketh Bank 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 North Meols & Hesketh Bank with other areas?
You can compare North Meols & Hesketh Bank 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.