Bebington Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Bebington's crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents placed it 41.8% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, reinforcing its position as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Wirral. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour and drugs (each accounting for 9.6% of reported incidents). This distribution suggests a combination of factors, including the area's commuter town characteristics and proximity to major urban centres like Liverpool. The seasonal context of February — a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull — likely contributed to the overall crime profile, with property-related offences (including shoplifting and vehicle crime) potentially influenced by retail patterns and seasonal transitions. While violence remains a significant category, Bebington's rate for this type of crime is 40% below the UK average, consistent with the area's lower overall rate. The drug-related crime rate, however, is 60% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local social dynamics or enforcement patterns. These figures translate to everyday risk: for every 260 residents in Bebington, one crime was reported over the course of February, a ratio that underscores the area's generally safe environment despite fluctuations in specific categories.

February 2025 saw a 300% rise in vehicle crime, with incidents jumping from 2 to 8 — a sharp increase that may reflect changes in local traffic patterns or parking habits. Shoplifting also rose sharply, climbing 157.1% from 7 to 18 incidents, potentially linked to retail activity during the pre-spring period. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 7.9%, marking a notable shift in the crime mix towards property-related offences. This trend contrasts with the UK average for violence, which Bebington remains 40% below at 1.4 per 1,000 residents. The area's drug-related crime rate is 60% above the UK average, a significant disparity that warrants attention. For residents, the 300% jump in vehicle crime offers a concrete example of how specific categories can fluctuate dramatically within a single month, even as the overall rate remains below national benchmarks.

Bebington's crime rate in February 2025 rose by 18.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.3 to 3.9 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains 41.8% below the UK average, highlighting its continued position as a relatively safe built-up area within Wirral. On a daily basis, 8 crimes were reported over the 28 days of February — a figure that, while modest, reflects the persistent presence of criminal activity in local communities. When scaled to the population of 57,202, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 260 residents. This ratio provides a tangible measure of risk for individuals living or working in Bebington, illustrating that while the area is not immune to crime, the likelihood of encountering it remains lower than the national average. The increase from January may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the transition from winter to spring, which could influence patterns of outdoor activity and social interactions in the area.