Lancashire

Is Lancaster LA3 safe?

Covering wards: Scale Hall, Torrisholme, Heysham Central, Westgate, West End, Heysham North, Poulton, Overton, Heysham South

Thinking about moving to Lancaster LA3? Police recorded 116 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — LA3 area

Official UK Police data

116 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 43
Criminal damage & arson 16
Anti-social behaviour 14
Near the national average

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lancaster LA3 safe to live in?

Lancaster LA3 recorded 116 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 43 incidents. This is near the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Lancaster LA3?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Lancaster LA3 were: Violence & sexual offences (43), Criminal damage & arson (16), and Anti-social behaviour (14). These accounted for 63% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Lancaster LA3 compare to the national average?

Lancaster LA3 is near the national average for total recorded crime. This suggests the area has broadly typical crime levels for the UK.

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