Aintree Crime Rate

Aintree has an overall crime rate of 96.3 per 1,000 people, which is slightly above the UK average of 93.1. Despite this, the area maintains a high safety score of 81/100, surpassing the national average of 78. This suggests that while crime volume is present, it is often concentrated in specific areas or types that do not severely impact the overall sense of safety. The crime trend in Aintree is currently decreasing, with a 6.7% drop year-over-year. Known internationally for its racecourse and locally for its large retail parks, Aintree’s crime data is heavily influenced by these high-footfall locations. The following analysis explores these patterns in detail.

In Aintree, the crime profile is uniquely balanced between violence and sexual offences (22.7%), shoplifting (22.3%), and anti-social behaviour (21.5%). These three types account for over 66% of all reported crime, reflecting the area's mix of residential streets and high-activity retail parks.

Property crime in Aintree is recorded at a rate of 39.9 per 1,000 people, which is higher than the UK average of 32.9. This is driven largely by the 143 incidents of shoplifting and 36 incidents of other theft. For residents, vehicle crime (29 incidents) and burglary (12 incidents) are the primary concerns. The high rate of property crime, particularly theft, is likely influenced by the presence of major retail and leisure destinations in the area. Homeowners and vehicle owners should be aware that while violent crime is relatively low, the risk of property-related offences is statistically higher than in many neighbouring areas.

Aintree's crime rate is currently decreasing, with a 6.7% drop year-over-year. The monthly data for 2025 shows a relatively stable environment with a peak in the spring. The year began with a crime rate of 8.7 in January.

The rate rose to a peak of 11.4 in April and 11.1 in May, likely coinciding with major local events. Following this, the rate dropped significantly in the summer, falling to 5.7 in June and August. The year concluded with the rate returning to a more typical level of 6.6 in October. This pattern suggests that while Aintree experiences temporary spikes in activity, the overall trend is one of improvement, with lower crime levels reported in the latter half of 2025 compared to the spring.

How To Keep Safe in Aintree

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crime types in Aintree. Maintaining personal safety in busy social and retail areas is key.

1. Be vigilant when using the large retail parks, as the high rate of shoplifting and other theft suggests that opportunistic criminals are active in these areas.
2. Secure your vehicle, especially overnight; vehicle crime in Aintree is at its highest proportion (47%) between 12am and 6am.
3. If you are attending events at the racecourse or using local social venues, stay with your group and plan your journey home in advance.
4. Report anti-social behaviour, which accounts for over 21% of local crime, to the local policing team to help maintain the area's safety standards.
5. Ensure your home is well-lit and secure, as the high property crime rate suggests that visible deterrents can be effective in preventing opportunistic burglary.

Crime in Aintree follows distinct temporal patterns influenced by its commercial activity. During the morning and afternoon, theft is the dominant issue, accounting for 45% and 51% of incidents respectively. This clear peak aligns with the operating hours of Aintree’s major retail parks.

As the day transitions into evening and night, the nature of crime shifts. In the evening (6pm to 12am), "other" crimes, including public order and anti-social behaviour, account for 50% of the total. The night-time period (12am to 6am) is particularly critical for vehicle owners; vehicle crime reaches its highest proportion here, making up 47% of all offences. Burglary also remains a steady threat during the night and afternoon. These patterns suggest that while daytime crime is largely retail-focused, property and vehicle security should be the priority for residents during the late-night hours.

Aintree’s crime rate of 96.3 is higher than nearby Maghull (45.9) and Lydiate (36.4), but lower than Litherland (101.3) and Bootle (Sefton) (130.8). It is very similar in profile to Kirkby, which has a rate of 109.8. This positioning reflects Aintree's role as a major commercial and transport hub in South Sefton. For residents, it offers a more active urban environment than the villages to the north, but remains statistically safer than the higher-density urban centres to the south.

With a property crime rate of 39.9 per 1,000, Aintree residents face a higher statistical risk of theft and burglary than the national average. In an area with such active retail and commercial activity, opportunistic crime can often spill over into residential streets. Traditional security systems that only record footage are often insufficient, as they only provide evidence after a crime has occurred.

The scOS operating system offers a proactive approach that is designed to prevent crime before it happens. By using AI to monitor your property's boundary, scOS can identify suspicious behaviour before a break-in attempt is made. In Aintree, where vehicle crime accounts for 47% of all night-time offences, scOS’s ability to watch over your driveway with multi-camera intelligence is a vital asset. The system can autonomously activate deterrents like lights and audio warnings to scare off intruders. This shifts the focus from reactive surveillance to active protection, ensuring your home is a difficult target for opportunistic criminals who would rather move on to an easier, unprotected property.