Is Rural South Safe?
Crime statistics for Rural South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 247 total crimes recorded in Rural South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Rural South — last 12 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in Rural South
Safest Areas Near Rural South
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Rural South by safety score
Compare Rural South With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rural South safe?
Rural South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 72/100, rated Safe. A total of 247 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 21.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Rural South is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Rural South in the last 12 months?
247 crimes were recorded in Rural South 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 21.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (313 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 82 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Rural South?
The most common crime in Rural South is Violent Crime, with 82 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 33.2% 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 Rural South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rural South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 21.1% — from 313 crimes in the previous 12 months to 247 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Rural South?
Rural South has a safety score of 72 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 Rural South compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Rural South has a safety score of 72/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Rural South 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 Rural South?
50% of crimes recorded in Rural South 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 Rural South?
82 violent crimes were recorded in Rural South in the last 12 months — representing 33.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 81 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 Rural South last updated?
The crime data for Rural South 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 Rural South with other areas?
You can compare Rural South 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.