Rainford Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 5,312 residents, the 20 crimes recorded in June 2025 represent a crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 people—53.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This places Rainford in a distinct position relative to the national picture, where crime rates are typically higher in urban and densely populated areas. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) account for 40% of the total, followed by anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) at 30%. These figures highlight a focus on interpersonal and community-based issues rather than property-related crimes, which make up a smaller proportion of the total. The seasonal context of June, the start of summer, may contribute to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as increased social activity and longer daylight hours can alter patterns of interaction and conflict in public spaces. However, the overall low crime rate suggests that Rainford’s built-up area within St. Helens may benefit from specific characteristics, such as a strong community presence or effective local governance, which help to mitigate broader crime trends. The relatively low incidence of property crimes, such as burglary (1 incident) and criminal damage and arson (2 incidents), further reinforces the area’s unique position, where crime is more concentrated in violent and disruptive categories rather than economic or property-related offences. This pattern could be influenced by the area’s proximity to industrial zones, which may foster a more transient or economically diverse population, or by the presence of social services that address underlying issues contributing to anti-social conduct.

June 2025 saw a 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 3 to 6 incidents, and a similar surge in criminal damage and arson, both doubling from previous month levels. This spike in anti-social behaviour, which now constitutes 30% of all reported crimes, may partly reflect the transition into summer, when community activities intensify. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 11.1% (from 9 to 8), suggesting a potential shift in crime dynamics. The drugs category, which rose to 0.4 per 1,000 residents, is 48% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the area’s overall lower crime profile. Residents may find the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a significant shift in local crime patterns compared to May 2025. Meanwhile, the drugs category’s elevated rate highlights a specific vulnerability that could be linked to local economic conditions or proximity to drug trafficking routes. Public order offences, which fell by 50% to one incident, may reflect improved policing efforts or seasonal changes in public gatherings. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour and drug-related crime are concentrated.

Rainford’s crime rate in June 2025 (3.8 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 12.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.3 per 1,000, a trend that may be influenced by seasonal patterns or localized factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that, when contextualized against the population of 5,312 residents, equates to one reported crime for every 266 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate places Rainford significantly below the UK average, underscoring the area’s relatively low crime profile. The combination of a small population and a crime rate that is 53.1% below the national average suggests a unique demographic or geographic dynamic, possibly linked to the built-up area’s proximity to St. Helens’ industrial zones or its residential character. While the daily crime count may seem low, the distribution of crime types—such as the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour—indicates that certain issues remain concentrated within specific segments of the community. This localized pattern could be influenced by the area’s social infrastructure, such as the presence of community centres or schools, which may moderate broader crime trends despite the overall low rate. The small population size also means that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have a noticeable impact on the statistics, requiring careful interpretation of the data in the context of the area’s unique characteristics.