Crime in Northwood, Knowsley: statistics, rates and trends
2,055 crimes were recorded in Northwood, Knowsley in the 12 months to July 2026, 176.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Northwood, Knowsley at a glance
- Crime trends in Northwood, Knowsley
- Types of crime in Northwood, Knowsley
- Northwood, Knowsley compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Northwood, Knowsley
- What happened after crimes were reported in Northwood, Knowsley
- Population and deprivation in Northwood, Knowsley
- Questions about crime in Northwood, Knowsley
- About this data
2,055 crimes were recorded in Northwood, Knowsley in the 12 months to July 2026, 176.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 733 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Northwood, Knowsley has the 276th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Northwood, Knowsley | Knowsley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,055 | 15,048 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 176.0 | 92.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -0% | -1% |
| Population | 11,678 | 162,565 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Northwood, Knowsley was highest in the year to July 2022 (2,453 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,784). Over the whole period it rose 15%, 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 | 2,055 | 176.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,173 | 186.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,021 | 173.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,378 | 203.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,453 | 210.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,306 | 197.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,919 | 164.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,801 | 154.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,784 | 152.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 153 |
| June 2026 | 174 |
| May 2026 | 153 |
| April 2026 | 172 |
| March 2026 | 242 |
| February 2026 | 155 |
| January 2026 | 145 |
| December 2025 | 166 |
| November 2025 | 147 |
| October 2025 | 181 |
| September 2025 | 154 |
| August 2025 | 213 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Northwood, Knowsley 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, criminal damage and arson. The largest falls were in shoplifting (-38%) and drugs (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 733 | 62.8 | 1.83 | +6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 333 | 28.5 | 1.86 | -1% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 225 | 19.3 | 2.84 | +0% |
| Public order | 183 | 15.7 | 2.36 | +5% |
| Drugs | 159 | 13.6 | 4.16 | -31% |
| Other theft | 136 | 11.6 | 1.82 | +7% |
| Shoplifting | 125 | 10.7 | 1.29 | -38% |
| Burglary | 44 | 3.8 | 1.07 | -23% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 2.9 | 0.59 | -8% |
| Other crime | 32 | 2.7 | 1.30 | -29% |
| Possession of weapons | 17 | 1.5 | 1.50 | +6% |
| Robbery | 15 | 1.3 | 0.95 | +15% |
| Bicycle theft | 12 | 1.0 | 1.25 | -29% |
| Theft from the person | 7 | 0.6 | 0.35 | +133% |
Violence and sexual offences in Northwood, Knowsley
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 733 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (62.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 35.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Northwood, Knowsley
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 333 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 16.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Northwood, Knowsley
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 225 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 10.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Northwood, Knowsley
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 183 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 8.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Northwood, Knowsley
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 159 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Northwood, Knowsley
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 136 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Northwood, Knowsley
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 125 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Northwood, Knowsley
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Northwood, Knowsley
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Northwood, Knowsley
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Northwood, Knowsley
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Northwood, Knowsley
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Northwood, Knowsley
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Northwood, Knowsley
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Northwood, Knowsley recorded 7 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 up 133% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Northwood, Knowsley, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Northwood, Knowsley.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Northwood, Knowsley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shevington | 687 | 55.9 | -68% |
| Whitefield | 780 | 77.2 | -56% |
| Cherryfield | 1,034 | 88.1 | -50% |
| Stockbridge | 1,075 | 98.6 | -44% |
| Prescot North | 1,803 | 142.3 | -19% |
| Page Moss | 1,196 | 98.3 | -44% |
| St Michaels | 954 | 90.8 | -48% |
| Swanside | 264 | 25.9 | -85% |
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 Northwood, Knowsley over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 332 |
| On or near North Parade | 73 |
| On or near Irlam Drive | 65 |
| On or near Delfby Crescent | 64 |
| On or near Warrenhouse Road | 46 |
| On or near Brackenhurst Green | 45 |
| On or near Webber Road | 45 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 42 |
| On or near Cherryfield Drive | 40 |
| On or near Rushey Hey Road | 39 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Northwood, Knowsley 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 | 667 | 32.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 529 | 25.7% |
| Not recorded | 333 | 16.2% |
| Under investigation | 183 | 8.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 93 | 4.5% |
| Local resolution | 85 | 4.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 55 | 2.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 39 | 1.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 27 | 1.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 22 | 1.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 11 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 11 | 0.5% |
Northwood, Knowsley has an estimated population of 11,678. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Northwood, Knowsley sits in decile 1.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Northwood, Knowsley |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 37.4% |
| Social rented homes | 42.3% |
| Private rented homes | 20.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.0 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 100.0% |
Is Northwood, Knowsley a safe place to live?
Northwood, Knowsley recorded 176.0 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 Northwood, Knowsley?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 733 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (333).
Is crime in Northwood, Knowsley going up or down?
Recorded crime in Northwood, Knowsley was down 5% on the year before: 2,055 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,173 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Northwood, Knowsley?
Northwood, Knowsley 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 Northwood, Knowsley. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.