Rainford Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 saw Rainford maintain a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 44.2% below the UK average of 7.7. This built-up area within St. Helens continues to demonstrate a crime profile markedly lower than national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.4% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 17.4% and vehicle crime at 13.0%. These figures align with patterns typical of mixed-use urban centres, where retail and residential zones intersect. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and springtime outdoor activity—may contribute to increased foot traffic in public spaces, potentially influencing crime dynamics. However, the area's overall safety remains evident, with rates for violence and anti-social behaviour significantly below UK averages. Vehicle crime, while rising sharply, remains relatively low compared to national levels. The data suggests a balance between community-focused policing efforts and the inherent challenges of managing public spaces in a compact urban environment.

April 2025 witnessed significant month-on-month increases in vehicle crime, anti-social behaviour, and drug-related incidents. Vehicle crime surged by 200%, jumping from one reported case in March to three in April—a sharp rise that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased car usage during Easter holidays. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, rising from two to four incidents, which could be linked to heightened social activity in public spaces during the spring. Drug-related crimes saw an unprecedented 100% increase, with three incidents reported in April compared to zero in March, raising questions about local drug markets or enforcement shifts. Violence and sexual offences remained 50% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 40% below national levels. These figures suggest that while certain crime categories are escalating, the area's overall safety profile continues to outperform the UK average. Residents should be particularly vigilant regarding vehicle security, given the sharp rise in this category, and remain aware of potential drug-related activity in high-traffic areas.

Rainford's crime rate in April 2025 (4.3 per 1,000) marked a 35.3% increase compared to March's 3.2, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the month—a figure that, while low, signals a shift in local crime patterns. When scaled to the population of 5,312 residents, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 231 residents over the course of April—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores Rainford's continued status as a relatively safe built-up area, despite the recent increases in specific crime categories. The 35.3% rise from March to April, though concerning, must be contextualised within the broader picture of sustained low crime rates. For residents, this means that while vigilance is warranted, the overall risk remains minimal compared to national benchmarks. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies in maintaining a crime profile that is below national levels, even as certain categories show month-on-month growth.