Crime in Ribbleton: statistics, rates and trends
1,144 crimes were recorded in Ribbleton in the 12 months to July 2026, 133.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Ribbleton at a glance
- Crime trends in Ribbleton
- Types of crime in Ribbleton
- Ribbleton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Ribbleton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Ribbleton
- Population and deprivation in Ribbleton
- Questions about crime in Ribbleton
- About this data
1,144 crimes were recorded in Ribbleton in the 12 months to July 2026, 133.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 459 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Ribbleton has the 617th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Ribbleton | Preston | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,144 | 20,865 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 133.3 | 128.1 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -17% | -9% | -1% |
| Population | 8,583 | 162,864 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Ribbleton was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,893 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,144). Over the whole period it fell 33%, 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 | 1,144 | 133.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,379 | 160.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,216 | 141.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,445 | 168.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,893 | 220.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,666 | 194.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,847 | 215.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,661 | 193.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,706 | 198.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 117 |
| June 2026 | 101 |
| May 2026 | 59 |
| April 2026 | 79 |
| March 2026 | 90 |
| February 2026 | 67 |
| January 2026 | 77 |
| December 2025 | 104 |
| November 2025 | 89 |
| October 2025 | 141 |
| September 2025 | 113 |
| August 2025 | 107 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Ribbleton 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 increases were in other crime (+42%) and vehicle crime (+26%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-52%) and possession of weapons (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 459 | 53.5 | 1.56 | +6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 238 | 27.7 | 1.81 | -52% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 131 | 15.3 | 2.25 | -8% |
| Other theft | 79 | 9.2 | 1.44 | +8% |
| Public order | 51 | 5.9 | 0.89 | -16% |
| Other crime | 44 | 5.1 | 2.43 | +42% |
| Drugs | 41 | 4.8 | 1.46 | +5% |
| Vehicle crime | 39 | 4.5 | 0.92 | +26% |
| Burglary | 27 | 3.1 | 0.89 | +4% |
| Possession of weapons | 18 | 2.1 | 2.16 | -31% |
| Shoplifting | 8 | 0.9 | 0.11 | +14% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.7 | 0.52 | +20% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.28 | -50% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Ribbleton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Ribbleton recorded 459 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (53.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 40.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Ribbleton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Ribbleton recorded 238 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 52% on the year before. It made up 20.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Ribbleton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Ribbleton recorded 131 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 11.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Ribbleton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Ribbleton recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Ribbleton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Ribbleton recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Ribbleton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Ribbleton recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Ribbleton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Ribbleton recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Ribbleton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Ribbleton recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Ribbleton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Ribbleton recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Ribbleton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Ribbleton recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Ribbleton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Ribbleton recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Ribbleton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Ribbleton recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Ribbleton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Ribbleton recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Ribbleton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Ribbleton 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 75% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Ribbleton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Ribbleton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Ribbleton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield | 1,287 | 131.3 | -1% |
| St Matthew's | 2,149 | 174.2 | +31% |
| Fishwick & Frenchwood | 1,174 | 118.6 | -11% |
| Garrison | 630 | 64.0 | -52% |
| Deepdale | 1,362 | 130.5 | -2% |
| Plungington | 1,721 | 142.1 | +7% |
| City Centre | 5,213 | 403.0 | +202% |
| Sharoe Green | 819 | 98.6 | -26% |
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 Ribbleton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 43 |
| On or near Sandycroft | 41 |
| On or near Crawford Avenue | 34 |
| On or near Dunnerdale Close | 31 |
| On or near Gaythorne Avenue | 30 |
| On or near Hazel Grove | 30 |
| On or near Otters Close | 30 |
| On or near Maple Grove | 29 |
| On or near Rowan Avenue | 29 |
| On or near Burholme Close | 24 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Ribbleton 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 | 387 | 33.8% |
| Not recorded | 238 | 20.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 206 | 18.0% |
| Under investigation | 104 | 9.1% |
| Local resolution | 70 | 6.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 38 | 3.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 36 | 3.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 24 | 2.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 20 | 1.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 10 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.3% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 4 | 0.3% |
Ribbleton has an estimated population of 8,583. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Ribbleton sits in decile 1.8, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Ribbleton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 47.6% |
| Social rented homes | 41.0% |
| Private rented homes | 11.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.8 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 65.4% |
Is Ribbleton a safe place to live?
Ribbleton recorded 133.3 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 Ribbleton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 459 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (238).
Is crime in Ribbleton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Ribbleton was down 17% on the year before: 1,144 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,379 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Ribbleton?
Ribbleton 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 Ribbleton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.