Over Kellet Crime Rate

Over Kellet is an exceptionally safe and peaceful village, boasting a high safety score of 90/100, which significantly outshines the UK average of 79. The overall crime rate in Over Kellet is 40.6 per 1,000 people, much lower than the national average of 91.6. Most encouragingly, the area has seen an 8.0% decrease in crime year-over-year, indicating a positive trend in local safety. The property crime rate is also very low at 11.0 per 1,000, roughly one-third of the UK average of 32.2. These statistics make Over Kellet one of the most desirable and secure residential areas within the Lancaster local authority. The following sections provide a detailed look at the types of crime occurring and offer practical advice for staying safe.

In Over Kellet, the crime profile is led by violence and sexual offences, which account for 39.1% of all reported incidents (36 crimes). This is followed by anti-social behaviour at 26.1% and other theft at 8.7%.

Property-related crime in Over Kellet—encompassing burglary, vehicle crime, and various thefts—occurs at a rate of 11.0 per 1,000 people. This is roughly one-third of the UK average property crime rate of 32.2, indicating a very secure environment for homeowners. Within this category, other theft is the most frequent (8.7%), followed by burglary (7.6%). Vehicle crime is remarkably low, accounting for just 1.1% of total crime. For residents, these statistics suggest that while personal and social order offences are the main focus for local policing, the risk of serious property theft is exceptionally low. However, the fact that burglary accounts for a significant portion of night-time incidents highlights the importance of maintaining robust residential security.

The crime trend in Over Kellet is positive, with an 8.0% decrease year-over-year. Monthly data for 2025 shows that the crime rate was consistently low, peaking at 5.7 per 1,000 in January. The middle of the year saw rates fluctuate between 1.8 and 5.3, with a notable low point in September of just 0.9 per 1,000. The year ended with a stable rate of 3.5 in both November and December. This sustained low level of activity throughout the year suggests that Over Kellet remains one of the safest and most stable villages in the region.

How To Keep Safe in Over Kellet

Violence and sexual offences are the most frequently reported crime type in Over Kellet, followed by anti-social behaviour. To maintain your safety and contribute to the village's peaceful environment, consider the following:

1. Stay involved in the community. Close-knit villages like Over Kellet are naturally safer when neighbours look out for one another. Reporting unusual activity can prevent crimes before they occur.
2. Ensure your home's exterior is well-lit at night. Anti-social behaviour often occurs in darker, less visible areas; motion-activated lighting is a simple but effective deterrent.
3. Secure all entry points to your home, especially during the late afternoon and night. Burglary risk peaks during these hours, accounting for nearly half of night-time incidents.
4. If you witness anti-social behaviour, do not engage directly. Report it to the local police via the 101 non-emergency number to help them identify and manage any emerging hotspots.
5. Be mindful of your personal safety when walking at night, especially in less populated parts of the village. Stick to well-lit routes and carry a mobile phone at all times.

Over Kellet's crime timings show clear patterns that residents can use to stay safe. Theft-related offences are most common during the day, accounting for 50% of morning crimes and 47% of afternoon incidents. However, the most significant shift occurs at night (12am-6am), where burglary accounts for a striking 48% of all recorded offences. This suggests that while daytime crime is largely opportunistic, the early morning hours present the highest risk for residential security. Evening hours (6pm-12am) also see a high relative proportion of burglary at 37%, alongside a rise in anti-social behaviour, which makes up a large portion of the 'other' category.

In the local regional context, Over Kellet is one of the safest choices for residents. Its crime rate of 40.6 is significantly more secure than nearby Carnforth (75.2) and Warton (52.5), and dramatically safer than the city of Lancaster (124.5). For those seeking a rural village lifestyle with excellent access to the motorway and city, Over Kellet offers a safety profile that is hard to beat, with only the tiny rural hamlets of Nether Kellet and Tewitfield (both 0.0) providing a lower statistical crime rate in the immediate vicinity.

With a property crime rate of 11.0 per 1,000, Over Kellet is statistically three times safer for property than the average UK settlement. However, the fact that burglary accounts for 48% of night-time incidents suggests that residents should still take security seriously. Traditional CCTV systems are often reactive, providing footage of a crime only after it has occurred. For homeowners in Over Kellet, a proactive approach is far more effective.

The scOS AI-powered security system is designed to prevent crime before it happens. By using multi-camera intelligence to watch your property boundaries, scOS can detect potential intruders and respond autonomously with lights and audio warnings. This immediate deterrence is a powerful tool against the opportunists responsible for most property crime. In an area where the crime trend is already decreasing, choosing a system that prevents rather than just records ensures your home remains a hard target. Visible, intelligent security signals to potential offenders that your property is well-protected, usually causing them to move on to easier, unprotected targets.