Is West Pennine Safe?
Crime statistics for West Pennine. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 349 total crimes recorded in West Pennine
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for West Pennine — last 12 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in West Pennine
Safest Areas Near West Pennine
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to West Pennine by safety score
Compare West Pennine With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Pennine safe?
West Pennine has a CrimeRadar safety score of 60/100, rated Average. A total of 349 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 5.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in West Pennine are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in West Pennine in the last 12 months?
349 crimes were recorded in West Pennine 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 5.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (370 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 110 incidents.
What is the most common crime in West Pennine?
The most common crime in West Pennine is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 110 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 31.5% 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 West Pennine increasing or decreasing?
Crime in West Pennine is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5.7% — from 370 crimes in the previous 12 months to 349 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for West Pennine?
West Pennine has a safety score of 60 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 West Pennine compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
West Pennine has a safety score of 60/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. West Pennine 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 West Pennine?
40% of crimes recorded in West Pennine 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 West Pennine?
107 violent crimes were recorded in West Pennine in the last 12 months — representing 30.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 110 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 West Pennine last updated?
The crime data for West Pennine 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 West Pennine with other areas?
You can compare West Pennine 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.