Is Preston Rural North Safe?
Crime statistics for Preston Rural North. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 389 total crimes recorded in Preston Rural North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Preston Rural North — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Preston Rural North
Safest Areas Near Preston Rural North
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Preston Rural North by safety score
Compare Preston Rural North With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Preston Rural North safe?
Preston Rural North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. A total of 389 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 0.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Preston Rural North are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Preston Rural North in the last 12 months?
389 crimes were recorded in Preston Rural North in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 0.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (392 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 134 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Preston Rural North?
The most common crime in Preston Rural North is Violent Crime, with 134 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.4% 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 Preston Rural North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Preston Rural North is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.8% — from 392 crimes in the previous 12 months to 389 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Preston Rural North?
Preston Rural North has a safety score of 51 out of 100 (Average). 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 Preston Rural North compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Preston Rural North has a safety score of 51/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Preston Rural North 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 Preston Rural North?
0% of crimes recorded in Preston Rural North 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 Lancashire Constabulary. 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 Preston Rural North?
134 violent crimes were recorded in Preston Rural North in the last 12 months — representing 34.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 132 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 Preston Rural North last updated?
The crime data for Preston Rural North was last updated in March 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 Preston Rural North with other areas?
You can compare Preston Rural North 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.