Maghull Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Maghull’s crime profile in November 2023, accounting for 44.7% of all reported crimes. This category, which includes assaults, sexual offences, and harassment, remains the largest contributor to the area’s total crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 44% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. The second most common crime type was criminal damage and arson (12.9% of total), followed by public order offences (12.9%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical for November, a month marked by darker evenings, Bonfire Night celebrations, and the pre-Christmas shopping rush. The latter may have influenced both property crimes and public disorder incidents. Violent crime rates in Maghull (1.9 per 1,000) are 27% below the UK average for this category, suggesting local factors such as community cohesion, policing presence, or demographic characteristics may play a role. The area’s relatively low overall crime rate contrasts with other parts of Sefton, where higher population density or different economic drivers might contribute to elevated crime statistics. While causality, the combination of seasonal factors and local infrastructure—such as Maghull’s proximity to Sefton’s retail and leisure hubs—likely contributes to the observed patterns. This month’s figures underscore the need for continued monitoring of violent crime trends, particularly as winter progresses and community activities shift.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in certain crime types, including other theft (up 250% from 2 to 7 incidents) and bicycle theft (rising from 0 to 1). These jumps may reflect heightened activity during Black Friday shopping or increased foot traffic in local areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 69.6% (from 23 to 7 incidents), possibly linked to seasonal changes in community engagement or targeted interventions. Shoplifting also fell by 40% (from 5 to 3 incidents), though this remains above the UK average for the category (0.6 per 1,000). The dominance of violent crime—44.7% of all incidents—places Maghull significantly below the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). This divergence may be attributed to local policing strategies, demographic factors, or the area’s built environment. For instance, Maghull’s relatively low violent crime rate could be consistent with its suburban character, where community networks and lower population density may reduce opportunities for conflict. Bicycle theft in Maghull (0.1 per 1,000) is 25% above the UK average, a figure that might warrant closer attention given the area’s commuter demographics and proximity to transport hubs.

Maghull’s crime rate in November 2023 (4.2 per 1,000) fell by 9.5% compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000, indicating a modest but measurable decline. This drop aligns with the broader seasonal trend of reduced outdoor activity as November progresses. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day over the 30-day period—a rate that, while low, reflects the area’s overall safety profile. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure figure reveals that 1 in every 239 residents experienced a reported crime during November. This statistic provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, placing Maghull in stark contrast to areas with higher crime rates. For context, the UK average for daily crime is not available, but Maghull’s population-scaled perspective suggests a level of safety that is uncommon in more densely populated urban centres. The area’s 20,301 residents also contribute to its unique crime dynamics; with a relatively small population, even minor fluctuations in crime counts can have a noticeable impact on per capita rates. This demographic factor may explain why certain categories—like anti-social behaviour—showed dramatic decreases (69.6%) or increases (250% in other theft), as smaller communities often experience more pronounced shifts in crime patterns compared to larger areas.