Crime in Deepdale: statistics, rates and trends
1,362 crimes were recorded in Deepdale in the 12 months to July 2026, 130.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 14% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Deepdale at a glance
- Crime trends in Deepdale
- Types of crime in Deepdale
- Deepdale compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Deepdale
- What happened after crimes were reported in Deepdale
- Population and deprivation in Deepdale
- Questions about crime in Deepdale
- About this data
1,362 crimes were recorded in Deepdale in the 12 months to July 2026, 130.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 14% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 477 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Deepdale has the 677th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Deepdale | Preston | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,362 | 20,865 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 130.5 | 128.1 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -14% | -9% | -1% |
| Population | 10,440 | 162,864 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Deepdale was highest in the year to July 2018 (2,165 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,362). Over the whole period it fell 37%, 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 | 1,362 | 130.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,585 | 151.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,659 | 158.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,751 | 167.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,870 | 179.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,987 | 190.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,790 | 171.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,055 | 196.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,165 | 207.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 107 |
| June 2026 | 116 |
| May 2026 | 118 |
| April 2026 | 105 |
| March 2026 | 132 |
| February 2026 | 81 |
| January 2026 | 129 |
| December 2025 | 98 |
| November 2025 | 117 |
| October 2025 | 119 |
| September 2025 | 108 |
| August 2025 | 132 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Deepdale 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 violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, other crime.
The largest increases were in public order (+25%) and vehicle crime (+12%). The largest falls were in burglary (-46%) and bicycle theft (-42%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 477 | 45.7 | 1.33 | +2% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 326 | 31.2 | 2.04 | -37% |
| Shoplifting | 97 | 9.3 | 1.12 | +5% |
| Public order | 85 | 8.1 | 1.23 | +25% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 82 | 7.9 | 1.16 | -31% |
| Other theft | 74 | 7.1 | 1.11 | -1% |
| Vehicle crime | 57 | 5.5 | 1.11 | +12% |
| Drugs | 42 | 4.0 | 1.23 | -16% |
| Other crime | 33 | 3.2 | 1.50 | +6% |
| Burglary | 29 | 2.8 | 0.79 | -46% |
| Robbery | 22 | 2.1 | 1.56 | +16% |
| Possession of weapons | 18 | 1.7 | 1.78 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 14 | 1.3 | 1.63 | -42% |
| Theft from the person | 6 | 0.6 | 0.34 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Deepdale
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Deepdale recorded 477 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (45.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 35.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Deepdale
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Deepdale recorded 326 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 23.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Deepdale
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Deepdale recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Deepdale
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Deepdale recorded 85 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Deepdale
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Deepdale recorded 82 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Deepdale
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Deepdale recorded 74 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 1% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Deepdale
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Deepdale recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Deepdale
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Deepdale recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Deepdale
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Deepdale recorded 33 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 6% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Deepdale
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Deepdale recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Deepdale
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Deepdale recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Deepdale
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Deepdale recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Deepdale
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Deepdale recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Deepdale
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Deepdale recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Deepdale, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Deepdale.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Deepdale |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's | 2,149 | 174.2 | +34% |
| Plungington | 1,721 | 142.1 | +9% |
| Fishwick & Frenchwood | 1,174 | 118.6 | -9% |
| Garrison | 630 | 64.0 | -51% |
| City Centre | 5,213 | 403.0 | +209% |
| Brookfield | 1,287 | 131.3 | +1% |
| Ribbleton | 1,144 | 133.3 | +2% |
| Cadley | 486 | 50.9 | -61% |
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 Deepdale over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 171 |
| On or near Parking Area | 95 |
| On or near Clifton Crescent | 48 |
| On or near English Martyrs' Place | 43 |
| On or near Milner Street | 42 |
| On or near Supermarket | 42 |
| On or near St Philip'S Road | 40 |
| On or near Rufus Street | 38 |
| On or near Lily Grove | 37 |
| On or near Exe Street | 36 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Deepdale 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 | 385 | 28.3% |
| Not recorded | 326 | 23.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 296 | 21.7% |
| Under investigation | 117 | 8.6% |
| Local resolution | 70 | 5.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 67 | 4.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 34 | 2.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 27 | 2.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 18 | 1.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 0.8% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 6 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.2% |
Deepdale has an estimated population of 10,440. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Deepdale sits in decile 1.8, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Deepdale |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 67.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 52.9% |
| Social rented homes | 18.8% |
| Private rented homes | 28.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.8 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 18.5% |
Is Deepdale a safe place to live?
Deepdale recorded 130.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than 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 Deepdale?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 477 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (326).
Is crime in Deepdale going up or down?
Recorded crime in Deepdale was down 14% on the year before: 1,362 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,585 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Deepdale?
Deepdale is policed by Lancashire. 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 Deepdale. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.