Crime in Cherryfield: statistics, rates and trends
1,034 crimes were recorded in Cherryfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 88.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Cherryfield at a glance
- Crime trends in Cherryfield
- Types of crime in Cherryfield
- Cherryfield compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Cherryfield
- What happened after crimes were reported in Cherryfield
- Population and deprivation in Cherryfield
- Questions about crime in Cherryfield
- About this data
1,034 crimes were recorded in Cherryfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 88.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 466 reports (45% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Cherryfield has the 1,554th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Cherryfield | Knowsley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,034 | 15,048 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 88.1 | 92.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +6% | -0% | -1% |
| Population | 11,736 | 162,565 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Cherryfield was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,630 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (975). Over the whole period it fell 33%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,034 | 88.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 975 | 83.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,186 | 101.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,393 | 118.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,478 | 125.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,630 | 138.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,601 | 136.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,452 | 123.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,546 | 131.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 87 |
| June 2026 | 80 |
| May 2026 | 97 |
| April 2026 | 82 |
| March 2026 | 91 |
| February 2026 | 81 |
| January 2026 | 92 |
| December 2025 | 55 |
| November 2025 | 75 |
| October 2025 | 117 |
| September 2025 | 95 |
| August 2025 | 82 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Cherryfield over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for drugs, other crime.
The largest increases were in other crime (+81%) and anti-social behaviour (+14%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-36%) and drugs (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 466 | 39.7 | 1.16 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 104 | 8.9 | 0.58 | +14% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 99 | 8.4 | 1.24 | +12% |
| Public order | 92 | 7.8 | 1.18 | +1% |
| Drugs | 80 | 6.8 | 2.08 | -18% |
| Other theft | 56 | 4.8 | 0.75 | -8% |
| Other crime | 38 | 3.2 | 1.53 | +81% |
| Vehicle crime | 32 | 2.7 | 0.55 | +7% |
| Burglary | 27 | 2.3 | 0.65 | -7% |
| Shoplifting | 18 | 1.5 | 0.19 | -36% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.7 | 0.70 | +14% |
| Bicycle theft | 6 | 0.5 | 0.62 | +20% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.4 | 0.32 | -17% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.3 | 0.15 | -25% |
Violence and sexual offences in Cherryfield
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Cherryfield recorded 466 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (39.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 45.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Cherryfield
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Cherryfield recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Cherryfield
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Cherryfield recorded 99 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Cherryfield
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Cherryfield recorded 92 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 8.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Cherryfield
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Cherryfield recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Cherryfield
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Cherryfield recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Cherryfield
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Cherryfield recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 81% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Cherryfield
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Cherryfield recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Cherryfield
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Cherryfield recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Cherryfield
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Cherryfield recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Cherryfield
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Cherryfield recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Cherryfield
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Cherryfield recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Cherryfield
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Cherryfield recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Cherryfield
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Cherryfield recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Cherryfield, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Cherryfield.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Cherryfield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitefield | 780 | 77.2 | -12% |
| Northwood | 2,055 | 176.0 | +100% |
| Shevington | 687 | 55.9 | -37% |
| Stockbridge | 1,075 | 98.6 | +12% |
| Page Moss | 1,196 | 98.3 | +12% |
| Prescot North | 1,803 | 142.3 | +62% |
| Swanside | 264 | 25.9 | -71% |
| St Michaels | 954 | 90.8 | +3% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Cherryfield over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Old Farm Road | 49 |
| On or near Little Brook Lane | 34 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 31 |
| On or near Supermarket | 26 |
| On or near Morston Crescent | 23 |
| On or near Copple House Lane | 20 |
| On or near Gaywood Close | 20 |
| On or near Field Lane | 18 |
| On or near Parking Area | 18 |
| On or near Maytree Court | 17 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Cherryfield over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 416 | 40.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 236 | 22.8% |
| Under investigation | 107 | 10.3% |
| Not recorded | 104 | 10.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 48 | 4.6% |
| Local resolution | 40 | 3.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 27 | 2.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 24 | 2.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 1.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.4% |
Cherryfield has an estimated population of 11,736. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Cherryfield sits in decile 1.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Cherryfield |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 55.0% |
| Social rented homes | 27.3% |
| Private rented homes | 17.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.9 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 48.2% |
Is Cherryfield a safe place to live?
Cherryfield recorded 88.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Cherryfield?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 466 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (104).
Is crime in Cherryfield going up or down?
Recorded crime in Cherryfield was up 6% on the year before: 1,034 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 975 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Cherryfield?
Cherryfield is policed by Merseyside. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Cherryfield. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.