Rainford Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Rainford, 3 crimes were reported in May 2023 — a rate 62.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This means a resident has a 1-in-332 chance of being directly involved in a reported crime over the course of the month, compared to 1-in-125 nationally. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences (37.5% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (18.8%) and anti-social behaviour (12.5%). These patterns align with the seasonal rhythm of May, when longer evenings and bank holidays increase outdoor socialising, potentially contributing to higher incidents of violence. While property crimes accounted for 43.8% of all reported crimes, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average for both property (4.2 per 1,000) and violent crimes (3.5 per 1,000). The low crime rate may reflect Rainford’s character as a built-up area within St. Helens, where community policing and local initiatives likely contribute to a safer environment. However, the seasonal context suggests that as evenings lengthen, vigilance in public spaces remains important.

May 2023 saw a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson cases, rising from 0 to 3 incidents — a stark contrast to the previous month. This spike, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, may relate to increased outdoor activity during bank holidays. Conversely, public order offences fell by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1, possibly due to reduced alcohol-fuelled disputes during quieter weekends. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 25% compared to April, though they remain 60% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 33.3%, aligning with a broader trend of lower crime rates in the area. Other theft cases doubled to 2 incidents, though this remains 32% below the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with seasonal factors and community engagement likely playing key roles in shaping outcomes.

Rainford’s crime rate in May 2023 (3.0 per 1,000) was 5.9% lower than the previous month’s rate of 3.2 per 1,000, indicating a modest but consistent decline. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly 1 crime per day over the 31-day period — a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in public spaces. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 332 residents over the course of the month. For context, the UK average for May 2023 was 8.0 per 1,000, meaning a resident in Rainford is more than twice as likely to avoid a crime compared to someone in a typical UK location. The disparity is particularly pronounced in categories like violence and sexual offences (60% below UK average) and anti-social behaviour (70% below). However, burglary in Rainford (0.4 per 1,000) is 29% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), suggesting targeted efforts may be needed to address this specific risk. These figures highlight Rainford’s unique position within the UK crime profile, where overall safety is strong but certain vulnerabilities persist.