Crime in Bolton-le-Sands: statistics, rates and trends
264 crimes were recorded in Bolton-le-Sands in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bolton-le-Sands at a glance
- Crime trends in Bolton-le-Sands
- Types of crime in Bolton-le-Sands
- Bolton-le-Sands compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Bolton-le-Sands
- Streets with the most crime in Bolton-le-Sands
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bolton-le-Sands
- Population and deprivation in Bolton-le-Sands
- Questions about crime in Bolton-le-Sands
- About this data
264 crimes were recorded in Bolton-le-Sands in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 117 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Bolton-le-Sands has the 1,342nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bolton-le-Sands | Lancaster | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 264 | 14,238 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 36.7 | 98.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | -9% | -1% |
| Population | 7,185 | 145,006 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bolton-le-Sands was highest in the year to July 2020 (398 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (195). Over the whole period it fell 23%, 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 | 264 | 36.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 262 | 36.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 209 | 29.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 195 | 27.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 305 | 42.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 353 | 49.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 398 | 55.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 343 | 47.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 344 | 47.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 35 |
| June 2026 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 26 |
| April 2026 | 11 |
| March 2026 | 11 |
| February 2026 | 11 |
| January 2026 | 19 |
| December 2025 | 16 |
| November 2025 | 31 |
| October 2025 | 21 |
| September 2025 | 32 |
| August 2025 | 28 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bolton-le-Sands 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 violence and sexual offences (+16%).
The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-47%) and criminal damage and arson (-30%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 117 | 16.3 | 0.48 | +16% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 39 | 5.4 | 0.35 | -47% |
| Burglary | 22 | 3.1 | 0.87 | +120% |
| Other theft | 19 | 2.6 | 0.41 | +12% |
| Vehicle crime | 18 | 2.5 | 0.51 | +200% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 14 | 1.9 | 0.29 | -30% |
| Other crime | 10 | 1.4 | 0.66 | +43% |
| Public order | 10 | 1.4 | 0.21 | +43% |
| Drugs | 8 | 1.1 | 0.34 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 0.43 | +50% |
| Shoplifting | 3 | 0.4 | 0.05 | -70% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.17 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bolton-le-Sands
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 44.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bolton-le-Sands
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 14.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bolton-le-Sands
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 120% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bolton-le-Sands
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bolton-le-Sands
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bolton-le-Sands
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bolton-le-Sands
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bolton-le-Sands
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bolton-le-Sands
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bolton-le-Sands
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bolton-le-Sands
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 70% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bolton-le-Sands
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bolton-le-Sands recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Bolton-le-Sands, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bolton-le-Sands.
1 areas within Bolton-le-Sands, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Bolton & Slyne had the highest rate (36.7 per 1,000) and Bolton & Slyne the lowest (36.7). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton & Slyne | Neighbourhood | 7,185 | 264 | 36.7 |
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 Bolton-le-Sands over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Bottomdale Road | 16 |
| On or near The Green | 13 |
| On or near Manor Drive | 11 |
| On or near Church Brow Close | 10 |
| On or near Main Road | 9 |
| On or near Greenwood Avenue | 8 |
| On or near Manor Avenue | 8 |
| On or near Manor Lane | 8 |
| On or near Packet Lane | 7 |
| On or near Brookfield Close | 6 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bolton-le-Sands 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 | 88 | 33.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 58 | 22.0% |
| Not recorded | 39 | 14.8% |
| Under investigation | 30 | 11.4% |
| Local resolution | 26 | 9.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 3.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 2.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.4% |
Bolton-le-Sands has an estimated population of 7,185. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bolton-le-Sands sits in decile 8.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bolton-le-Sands |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 13.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 52.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 34.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 89.0% |
| Social rented homes | 2.6% |
| Private rented homes | 8.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.4 |
Is Bolton-le-Sands a safe place to live?
Bolton-le-Sands recorded 36.7 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 Bolton-le-Sands?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (39).
Is crime in Bolton-le-Sands going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bolton-le-Sands was almost unchanged on the year before: 264 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 262 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bolton-le-Sands?
Bolton-le-Sands 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 Bolton-le-Sands. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.