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Is Irwell Riverside Safe?

Crime statistics for Irwell Riverside. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 14 crimes
88 / 100 Very Safe

Safety Score !

14 Crimes (last 12 months)
100% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑27.3% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 14 total crimes recorded in Irwell Riverside

Violent Crime
10 71.4%
Other Theft
1 7.1%
Drugs
1 7.1%
Other Crime
1 7.1%
Bicycle Theft
1 7.1%
Public Order
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Irwell Riverside — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irwell Riverside safe?

Irwell Riverside has a CrimeRadar safety score of 88/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 14 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 27.3% compared to the previous year. Irwell Riverside is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Irwell Riverside in the last 12 months?

14 crimes were recorded in Irwell Riverside in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 27.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (11 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 10 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Irwell Riverside?

The most common crime in Irwell Riverside is Violent Crime, with 10 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 71.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.

Is crime in Irwell Riverside increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Irwell Riverside is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 27.3% — from 11 crimes in the previous 12 months to 14 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.

What is the safety score for Irwell Riverside?

Irwell Riverside has a safety score of 88 out of 100 (Very Safe). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Irwell Riverside compare to the Greater Manchester Police average?

Irwell Riverside has a safety score of 88/100, while the Greater Manchester Police force area average is 86/100. Irwell Riverside is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Irwell Riverside?

100% of crimes recorded in Irwell Riverside resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Greater Manchester Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.

How much violent crime is there in Irwell Riverside?

10 violent crimes were recorded in Irwell Riverside in the last 12 months — representing 71.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 0 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.

When was the crime data for Irwell Riverside last updated?

The crime data for Irwell Riverside was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Irwell Riverside with other areas?

You can compare Irwell Riverside with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.