Is Rainford Safe?
Crime statistics for Rainford. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,047 total crimes recorded in Rainford
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Rainford — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rainford safe?
Rainford has a CrimeRadar safety score of 59/100, rated Average. A total of 295 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 13.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Rainford are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Rainford in the last 12 months?
295 crimes were recorded in Rainford 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 13.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (340 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 446 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Rainford?
The most common crime in Rainford is Violent Crime, with 446 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 151.2% 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 Rainford increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rainford is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 13.2% — from 340 crimes in the previous 12 months to 295 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Rainford?
Rainford has a safety score of 59 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 Rainford compare to the Merseyside Police average?
Rainford has a safety score of 59/100, while the Merseyside Police force area average is 11/100. Rainford 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 Rainford?
47.2% of crimes recorded in Rainford 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 Merseyside Police. 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 Rainford?
446 violent crimes were recorded in Rainford in the last 12 months — representing 151.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 96 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 Rainford last updated?
The crime data for Rainford 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 Rainford with other areas?
You can compare Rainford 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.