Total Crime Rate
3.3 per 1,000
All offences · Oct 2024 - Sep 2025Ashland Avenue area has the 4th lowest crime rate of 10 local areas in Aspull, New Springs & Whelley , and the 36th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Wigan .
Compared with the surrounding streets, this postcode does not stand out as either a particular hotspot or an unusually safe pocket. Crime levels in the neighbouring output areas are broadly in line with this area.
The overall crime rate in the area around Ashland Avenue (WN1 2DP) in the last 12 months was 3.3 per 1,000 residents and was 783.8% higher than the Aspull, New Springs & Whelley average (0.4 per 1,000 residents). In the last 12 months, this area’s most reported crimes were Criminal damage and arson with 1 offences recorded. The least common crime was Criminal damage and arson with 1 case , up 100.0% compared to 2023. The fastest-growing crime category was Criminal damage and arson ( 100.0% YoY). The sharpest decline was Criminal damage and arson ( 100.0% YoY).
In the area around Ashland Avenue (WN1 2DP), the main crime hotspot is near Bellingham Mount, with 1 recorded incidents. This location is within roughly 0.3 miles of the postcode area.
View Crime In Aspull, New Springs & Whelley| Month | Crime | Location* | Last Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Criminal damage and arson | Bellingham Mount | Awaiting court outcome |
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