Crime in Park, Sefton: statistics, rates and trends
400 crimes were recorded in Park, Sefton in the 12 months to July 2026, 32.5 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 Park, Sefton at a glance
- Crime trends in Park, Sefton
- Types of crime in Park, Sefton
- Park, Sefton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Park, Sefton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Park, Sefton
- Population and deprivation in Park, Sefton
- Questions about crime in Park, Sefton
- About this data
400 crimes were recorded in Park, Sefton in the 12 months to July 2026, 32.5 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 178 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Park, Sefton has the 3,701st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Park, Sefton | Sefton | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 400 | 24,388 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 32.5 | 85.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 12,305 | 286,281 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Park, Sefton was highest in the year to July 2018 (660 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (400). Over the whole period it fell 39%, 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 | 400 | 32.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 435 | 35.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 522 | 42.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 533 | 43.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 513 | 41.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 622 | 50.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 625 | 50.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 579 | 47.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 660 | 53.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 35 |
| June 2026 | 42 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 37 |
| March 2026 | 30 |
| February 2026 | 30 |
| January 2026 | 16 |
| December 2025 | 42 |
| November 2025 | 31 |
| October 2025 | 37 |
| September 2025 | 32 |
| August 2025 | 43 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Park, Sefton 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. The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+33%) and violence and sexual offences (+12%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-56%) and other theft (-41%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 178 | 14.5 | 0.42 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 57 | 4.6 | 0.30 | -26% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 36 | 2.9 | 0.43 | +33% |
| Public order | 26 | 2.1 | 0.32 | -40% |
| Vehicle crime | 23 | 1.9 | 0.38 | +53% |
| Burglary | 18 | 1.5 | 0.41 | +29% |
| Other theft | 17 | 1.4 | 0.22 | -41% |
| Shoplifting | 17 | 1.4 | 0.17 | -56% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.0 | 0.46 | +140% |
| Drugs | 11 | 0.9 | 0.27 | -21% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.3 | 0.24 | -33% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | -83% |
Violence and sexual offences in Park, Sefton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Park, Sefton recorded 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 44.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Park, Sefton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Park, Sefton recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 14.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Park, Sefton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Park, Sefton recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Park, Sefton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Park, Sefton recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Park, Sefton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Park, Sefton recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 53% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Park, Sefton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Park, Sefton recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Park, Sefton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Park, Sefton recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Park, Sefton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Park, Sefton recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 56% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Park, Sefton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Park, Sefton recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 140% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Park, Sefton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Park, Sefton recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Park, Sefton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Park, Sefton recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Park, Sefton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Park, Sefton recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 83% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Park, Sefton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Park, Sefton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Park, Sefton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudell | 848 | 59.4 | +83% |
| St Oswald | 1,547 | 138.7 | +327% |
| Molyneux | 983 | 84.8 | +161% |
| Manor | 907 | 68.4 | +110% |
| Netherton and Orrell | 969 | 78.9 | +143% |
| Ford | 1,401 | 97.4 | +200% |
| Victoria | 639 | 47.4 | +46% |
| Litherland | 1,202 | 97.7 | +200% |
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 Park, Sefton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 27 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 19 |
| On or near B5422 | 13 |
| On or near Barnes Drive | 10 |
| On or near Lincoln Green | 10 |
| On or near Aragon Close | 9 |
| On or near Bartlett Close | 8 |
| On or near Northway | 8 |
| On or near Seafore Close | 8 |
| On or near Gainsborough Avenue | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Park, Sefton 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 | 147 | 36.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 108 | 27.0% |
| Not recorded | 57 | 14.2% |
| Under investigation | 27 | 6.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 25 | 6.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 11 | 2.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 2.2% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 1.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 1.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
Park, Sefton has an estimated population of 12,305. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Park, Sefton sits in decile 8.1, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Park, Sefton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 28.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 87.7% |
| Social rented homes | 4.1% |
| Private rented homes | 8.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.1 |
Is Park, Sefton a safe place to live?
Park, Sefton recorded 32.5 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 Park, Sefton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (57).
Is crime in Park, Sefton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Park, Sefton was down 8% on the year before: 400 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 435 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Park, Sefton?
Park, Sefton 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 Park, Sefton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.