Is Whiston and Cronton Safe?
Crime statistics for Whiston and Cronton. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 737 total crimes recorded in Whiston and Cronton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Whiston and Cronton — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whiston and Cronton safe?
Whiston and Cronton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 16/100, rated High Crime. A total of 737 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 8.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Whiston and Cronton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Whiston and Cronton in the last 12 months?
737 crimes were recorded in Whiston and Cronton 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 8.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (804 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 313 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Whiston and Cronton?
The most common crime in Whiston and Cronton is Violent Crime, with 313 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42.5% 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 Whiston and Cronton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Whiston and Cronton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.3% — from 804 crimes in the previous 12 months to 737 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Whiston and Cronton?
Whiston and Cronton has a safety score of 16 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Whiston and Cronton compare to the Merseyside Police average?
Whiston and Cronton has a safety score of 16/100, while the Merseyside Police force area average is 11/100. Whiston and Cronton 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 Whiston and Cronton?
33.3% of crimes recorded in Whiston and Cronton 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 Whiston and Cronton?
313 violent crimes were recorded in Whiston and Cronton in the last 12 months — representing 42.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 101 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 Whiston and Cronton last updated?
The crime data for Whiston and Cronton 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 Whiston and Cronton with other areas?
You can compare Whiston and Cronton 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.