Crime in Halewood South: statistics, rates and trends
1,256 crimes were recorded in Halewood South in the 12 months to July 2026, 94.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Halewood South at a glance
- Crime trends in Halewood South
- Types of crime in Halewood South
- Halewood South compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Halewood South
- What happened after crimes were reported in Halewood South
- Population and deprivation in Halewood South
- Questions about crime in Halewood South
- About this data
1,256 crimes were recorded in Halewood South in the 12 months to July 2026, 94.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 477 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Halewood South has the 1,369th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Halewood South | Knowsley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,256 | 15,048 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 94.9 | 92.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | -0% | -1% |
| Population | 13,239 | 162,565 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Halewood South was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,466 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (1,100). Over the whole period it rose 7%, 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 | 1,256 | 94.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,224 | 92.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,162 | 87.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,466 | 110.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,254 | 94.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,100 | 83.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,202 | 90.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,171 | 88.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,173 | 88.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 102 |
| June 2026 | 133 |
| May 2026 | 116 |
| April 2026 | 95 |
| March 2026 | 86 |
| February 2026 | 88 |
| January 2026 | 92 |
| December 2025 | 97 |
| November 2025 | 126 |
| October 2025 | 113 |
| September 2025 | 94 |
| August 2025 | 114 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Halewood South 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 criminal damage and arson, drugs.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+48%) and anti-social behaviour (+20%). The largest falls were in public order (-24%) and shoplifting (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 477 | 36.0 | 1.05 | +3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 206 | 15.6 | 1.01 | +20% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 153 | 11.6 | 1.70 | +12% |
| Public order | 103 | 7.8 | 1.17 | -24% |
| Drugs | 100 | 7.6 | 2.31 | +3% |
| Other theft | 51 | 3.9 | 0.60 | +9% |
| Shoplifting | 49 | 3.7 | 0.45 | -22% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 2.6 | 0.52 | +48% |
| Other crime | 29 | 2.2 | 1.04 | -15% |
| Burglary | 26 | 2.0 | 0.56 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 0.9 | 0.93 | +9% |
| Robbery | 10 | 0.8 | 0.56 | +25% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.4 | 0.46 | -38% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.04 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Halewood South
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Halewood South recorded 477 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (36.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 38.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Halewood South
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Halewood South recorded 206 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Halewood South
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Halewood South recorded 153 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 12.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Halewood South
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Halewood South recorded 103 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 down 24% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Halewood South
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Halewood South recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Halewood South
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Halewood South recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Halewood South
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Halewood South recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Halewood South
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Halewood South recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 48% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Halewood South
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Halewood South recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Halewood South
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Halewood South recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Halewood South
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Halewood South recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Halewood South
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Halewood South recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Halewood South
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Halewood South recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Halewood South
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Halewood South recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Halewood South, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Halewood South.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Halewood South |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halewood North | 340 | 41.8 | -56% |
| St Gabriels | 1,013 | 105.1 | +11% |
| Roby | 675 | 67.4 | -29% |
| Whiston and Cronton | 791 | 90.0 | -5% |
| Swanside | 264 | 25.9 | -73% |
| St Michaels | 954 | 90.8 | -4% |
| Page Moss | 1,196 | 98.3 | +4% |
| Prescot South | 1,125 | 107.2 | +13% |
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 Halewood South over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 103 |
| On or near Baileys Lane | 63 |
| On or near Lower Close | 38 |
| On or near Supermarket | 36 |
| On or near Portway | 33 |
| On or near Heydon Close | 29 |
| On or near Hornbeam Road | 23 |
| On or near Mansell Drive | 22 |
| On or near Netherley Road | 22 |
| On or near Cronton Road | 21 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Halewood South 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 | 400 | 31.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 317 | 25.2% |
| Not recorded | 206 | 16.4% |
| Under investigation | 110 | 8.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 72 | 5.7% |
| Local resolution | 60 | 4.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 23 | 1.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 21 | 1.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 17 | 1.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 15 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.3% |
Halewood South has an estimated population of 13,239. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Halewood South sits in decile 4.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Halewood South |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.0% |
| Social rented homes | 23.0% |
| Private rented homes | 10.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.2 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 31.3% |
Is Halewood South a safe place to live?
Halewood South recorded 94.9 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 Halewood South?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 477 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (206).
Is crime in Halewood South going up or down?
Recorded crime in Halewood South was up 3% on the year before: 1,256 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,224 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Halewood South?
Halewood South 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 Halewood South. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.