Maghull Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Maghull’s crime rate in October 2025 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 41.6% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure highlights the area’s ongoing status as a relatively safe built-up zone within Sefton. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.7% of all reported incidents, followed closely by anti-social behaviour (14.1%) and criminal damage and arson (14.1%). These patterns align with the characteristics of a suburban or urban area where public spaces and community interactions may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, may have influenced activity. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, with Maghull’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000 reflecting a 21% deficit—suggesting that local initiatives or demographic factors may play a role. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 52% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Maghull’s lower population density and more cohesive community structures. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle theft remained well below national averages, indicating that residential areas may benefit from effective security measures or lower exposure to high-risk environments.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in October 2025 was the 400% surge in drug-related offences, rising from one incident to five. This sharp increase, though unexplained by the data, may reflect heightened activity during the Halloween period or shifts in local enforcement patterns. Concurrently, burglary saw a 300% jump, with incidents rising from one to four, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in property security. Criminal damage and arson also rose by 160%, from five to thirteen, a spike that could be linked to seasonal factors such as darker evenings or increased anti-social behaviour. Violent crimes—accounting for 45.7% of total offences—remained 21% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s lower population density or community-focused policing. Meanwhile, other theft dropped by 50%, from two to one, indicating a possible reduction in petty crime during the month.

Maghull's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 22.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.7. This upward trend, while modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of three crimes per day over the month, a figure that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 221 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national averages. With a population of 20,301, this statistic illustrates that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The rise in violent crimes and property-related offences suggests a need for ongoing monitoring, particularly as seasonal factors like darker evenings and Halloween may influence activity. However, the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, indicating that Maghull continues to maintain a safer profile than many other areas.