Is Samlesbury & Walton Safe?
Crime statistics for Samlesbury & Walton. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 447 total crimes recorded in Samlesbury & Walton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Samlesbury & Walton — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Samlesbury & Walton safe?
Samlesbury & Walton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 447 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 14.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Samlesbury & Walton is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Samlesbury & Walton in the last 12 months?
447 crimes were recorded in Samlesbury & Walton 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 14.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (524 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 126 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Samlesbury & Walton?
The most common crime in Samlesbury & Walton is Violent Crime, with 126 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 28.2% 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 Samlesbury & Walton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Samlesbury & Walton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 14.7% — from 524 crimes in the previous 12 months to 447 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Samlesbury & Walton?
Samlesbury & Walton has a safety score of 67 out of 100 (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 Samlesbury & Walton compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Samlesbury & Walton has a safety score of 67/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Samlesbury & Walton 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 Samlesbury & Walton?
7.7% of crimes recorded in Samlesbury & Walton 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 Samlesbury & Walton?
126 violent crimes were recorded in Samlesbury & Walton in the last 12 months — representing 28.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 112 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 Samlesbury & Walton last updated?
The crime data for Samlesbury & Walton 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 Samlesbury & Walton with other areas?
You can compare Samlesbury & Walton 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.