Greasby Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Greasby’s crime rate in May 2025 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 70.4% below the UK average of 8.1. This stark contrast positions the area as one of the safest in the country, despite the modest month-on-month increase in reported incidents. The breakdown of crimes reveals a distinct pattern: violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.4% of all incidents, followed by public order offences (17.4%) and criminal damage and arson (13.0%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal and community-level issues rather than property-related crimes, which made up 34.8% of the total. The seasonal context of May—marked by bank holidays and extended evenings—may have contributed to the rise in violence and public order offences, as increased outdoor activity and socialising could heighten opportunities for such incidents. However, the overall rate remains exceptionally low, reflecting the area’s broader safety profile. The UK comparison underscores a consistent trend: Greasby’s crime levels are not only lower than the national average but also show a marked divergence in the types of crimes most commonly reported. This divergence may be influenced by local factors such as the built-up nature of the area, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime while creating environments where others are more prevalent. The data also highlights the importance of contextualising crime rates within the area’s specific characteristics, ensuring that comparisons to the UK average are both accurate and meaningful.

May 2025 saw a 100% increase in other theft and burglary, both rising from zero to two incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, suggests a potential shift in criminal focus, possibly linked to seasonal factors like increased outdoor activity. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 66.7%, from six to two incidents, a decline that may reflect the impact of local initiatives or changes in community dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime category, contributing 30.4% of total incidents, yet this rate was 75% below the UK average. Public order offences also fell significantly, with a 31% gap compared to the national figure. These contrasting trends illustrate a combination of local conditions and broader national patterns, with Greasby’s crime profile continuing to diverge from the UK average in key areas.

Greasby’s crime rate in May 2025 rose 27.9% compared to the previous month, moving from 1.9 to 2.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a local shift in crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 412 residents. This statistic contextualises the scale of criminal activity in a way that aligns with the area’s population of 9,474. When compared to the UK average, Greasby remains markedly safer: its overall rate is 70.4% below the national figure. However, the month-on-month increase suggests a potential seasonal influence, with May’s longer evenings and bank holidays potentially contributing to a temporary uptick in reported incidents. The population-scaled perspective underscores that even with this rise, the area’s crime burden remains significantly lower than the UK average, highlighting a consistent safety profile that persists despite minor fluctuations.