Crime in Latchford West: statistics, rates and trends
605 crimes were recorded in Latchford West in the 12 months to July 2026, 79.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Latchford West at a glance
- Crime trends in Latchford West
- Types of crime in Latchford West
- Latchford West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Latchford West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Latchford West
- Population and deprivation in Latchford West
- Questions about crime in Latchford West
- About this data
605 crimes were recorded in Latchford West in the 12 months to July 2026, 79.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 237 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Latchford West has the 1,858th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Latchford West | Warrington | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 605 | 16,255 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 79.6 | 75.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 7,598 | 215,391 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Latchford West was highest in the year to July 2018 (914 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (605). Over the whole period it fell 34%, 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 | 605 | 79.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 656 | 86.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 673 | 88.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 681 | 89.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 739 | 97.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 754 | 99.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 828 | 109.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 803 | 105.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 914 | 120.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 59 |
| June 2026 | 69 |
| May 2026 | 56 |
| April 2026 | 45 |
| March 2026 | 37 |
| February 2026 | 45 |
| January 2026 | 48 |
| December 2025 | 67 |
| November 2025 | 45 |
| October 2025 | 37 |
| September 2025 | 50 |
| August 2025 | 47 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Latchford West 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 vehicle crime, bicycle theft.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+120%) and anti-social behaviour (+17%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-47%) and other theft (-42%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 237 | 31.2 | 0.91 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 77 | 10.1 | 0.66 | +17% |
| Vehicle crime | 55 | 7.2 | 1.47 | +120% |
| Public order | 53 | 7.0 | 1.05 | -12% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 38 | 5.0 | 0.74 | +15% |
| Other theft | 31 | 4.1 | 0.64 | -42% |
| Shoplifting | 30 | 3.9 | 0.48 | -47% |
| Drugs | 23 | 3.0 | 0.93 | -32% |
| Burglary | 19 | 2.5 | 0.71 | -30% |
| Other crime | 15 | 2.0 | 0.93 | +36% |
| Bicycle theft | 11 | 1.4 | 1.76 | +83% |
| Robbery | 9 | 1.2 | 0.88 | +125% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.7 | 0.68 | -17% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.3 | 0.16 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Latchford West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Latchford West recorded 237 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 39.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Latchford West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Latchford West recorded 77 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 12.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Latchford West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Latchford West recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 120% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Latchford West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Latchford West recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Latchford West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Latchford West recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Latchford West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Latchford West recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Latchford West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Latchford West recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Latchford West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Latchford West recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Latchford West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Latchford West recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Latchford West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Latchford West recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Latchford West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Latchford West recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 83% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Latchford West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Latchford West recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 125% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Latchford West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Latchford West recorded 5 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 down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Latchford West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Latchford West recorded 2 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 up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Latchford West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Latchford West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Latchford West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton Heath | 477 | 77.5 | -3% |
| Latchford East | 834 | 83.6 | +5% |
| Fairfield and Howley | 1,370 | 99.5 | +25% |
| Bewsey and Whitecross | 3,743 | 286.0 | +259% |
| Appleton | 356 | 33.4 | -58% |
| Grappenhall | 248 | 33.3 | -58% |
| Great Sankey South | 559 | 54.1 | -32% |
| Poulton South | 196 | 37.3 | -53% |
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 Latchford West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 73 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 38 |
| On or near Supermarket | 38 |
| On or near Rydal Avenue | 26 |
| On or near Eastford Road | 18 |
| On or near Fletcher Street | 17 |
| On or near A5061 | 16 |
| On or near Grove Street | 16 |
| On or near Carol Street | 15 |
| On or near Dunlop Street | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Latchford West 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 | 220 | 36.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 170 | 28.1% |
| Not recorded | 77 | 12.7% |
| Under investigation | 48 | 7.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 41 | 6.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 16 | 2.6% |
| Local resolution | 15 | 2.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 11 | 1.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
Latchford West has an estimated population of 7,598. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Latchford West sits in decile 6.3, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Latchford West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 13.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.0% |
| Social rented homes | 8.1% |
| Private rented homes | 28.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.3 |
Is Latchford West a safe place to live?
Latchford West recorded 79.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower 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 Latchford West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 237 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (77).
Is crime in Latchford West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Latchford West was down 8% on the year before: 605 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 656 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Latchford West?
Latchford West is policed by Cheshire. 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 Latchford West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.