Wishaw Crime Data, Postcodes, Census & Livability Index

✅ Facts Checked By Data Team - Article By Karen Fullerton-Chalmers & Reviewed By Simon Richardson

Find the complete list of Wishaw ward postcodes & properties. View information about the amenities available in the ward, census, crime statistics, etc.

This article also covers valuable insights regarding safety and the cost of living in the neighbourhood of Wishaw. Whether you're a resident or considering moving to Wishaw, the information below will guide you to make an informed decision.

You can also use our interactive map to access detailed information regarding recent crimes, public transport, nearby schools, police stations, postcodes, etc.

Summary

  1. Wishaw is a ward in the North Lanarkshire District.
  2. Wishaw has 392 active postcodes and has a population of 18644.
  3. There are 8405 properties in the neighbourhood of Wishaw.
  4. The North Lanarkshire District has 20 other wards.
  5. 26 Non-sexual crimes of violence Crimes have been Reported in the ward in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
  6. Find a detailed overview of the most reported crime types in the chart below.
  7. Get access to the latest Crime Data for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.

Livability Index

Discover the livability index of Wishaw, calculated by evaluating factors such as safety, property prices, nearby amenities, and more. Our analysis rates the ward at 55, indicating a good level of livability.

Population

18,644

Households

8,405

Postcodes

392

District

North Lanarkshire

Total Crimes
(FY 2022/2023)

675

Crimes per 1000 Population

37

Map of Wishaw Ward - Postcodes

Crime Statistics of Wishaw Ward (FY 2022/2023)

Crime Reported Number of Crimes
Murder 1
Attempted Murder 1
Serious Assault (incl. culpable & reckless conduct - causing injury) 12
Robbery and assault with intent to rob 2
Threats and extortion 7
Domestic Abuse (of female) 3
Group 2 - Sexual Crimes 43
Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - dwelling house 22
Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - non-dwelling 1
Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - other premises 5
Opening Lockfast Places - NOT Motor Vehicle 4
Opening Lockfast Places - Motor Vehicle 4
Other Group 3 crimes 22
Common theft 117
Theft of a motor vehicle 26
Theft by shoplifting 98
Theft from a Motor Vehicle, Insecure etc 7
Attempt theft of motor vehicle 5
Fraud 62
Fireraising 17
Culpable & reckless conduct (not firearms) 11
Vandalism (incl. reckless damage, etc.) 193
Other Group 5 crimes 63
Bail offences (other than absconding) 50
Carrying offensive weapons (incl. restriction)* 3
Handling bladed/pointed instrument* 14
Offensive weapon (used in other criminal activity)* 23
Bladed/pointed instrument (used in other criminal activity) 2
Production, manufacture or cultivation of drugs 1
Supply of drugs (incl. possession with intent) 8
Possession of drugs 84

Most Crimes Reported (FY 2022/2023)

List of All Postcodes in Wishaw Ward

Showing 1 - 50 out of 392 active Postcodes in Wishaw Ward

Postcode Latitude Longitude
ML2 0AB 55.770 -3.952
ML2 0AD 55.768 -3.959
ML2 0AF 55.770 -3.953
ML2 0AG 55.767 -3.940
ML2 0AH 55.766 -3.944
ML2 0AJ 55.767 -3.942
ML2 0AL 55.767 -3.941
ML2 0AN 55.767 -3.943
ML2 0AP 55.765 -3.944
ML2 0AQ 55.766 -3.941
ML2 0AR 55.768 -3.945
ML2 0AT 55.760 -3.922
ML2 0AU 55.768 -3.948
ML2 0AW 55.767 -3.941
ML2 0AX 55.768 -3.950
ML2 0AY 55.768 -3.949
ML2 0AZ 55.768 -3.949
ML2 0BA 55.768 -3.949
ML2 0BB 55.768 -3.950
ML2 0BD 55.769 -3.952
ML2 0BE 55.767 -3.952
ML2 0BF 55.767 -3.951
ML2 0BG 55.768 -3.954
ML2 0BH 55.769 -3.955
ML2 0BJ 55.769 -3.954
ML2 0BL 55.768 -3.953
ML2 0BN 55.769 -3.955
ML2 0BP 55.770 -3.954
ML2 0BQ 55.769 -3.956
ML2 0BS 55.769 -3.950
ML2 0BT 55.768 -3.956
ML2 0BU 55.767 -3.954
ML2 0BW 55.769 -3.956
ML2 0BX 55.767 -3.953
ML2 0BY 55.766 -3.952
ML2 0BZ 55.766 -3.952
ML2 0DA 55.768 -3.957
ML2 0DB 55.769 -3.958
ML2 0DD 55.768 -3.941
ML2 0DE 55.766 -3.949
ML2 0DF 55.766 -3.948
ML2 0DG 55.765 -3.947
ML2 0DH 55.764 -3.943
ML2 0DJ 55.764 -3.945
ML2 0DL 55.765 -3.946
ML2 0DN 55.770 -3.957
ML2 0DQ 55.768 -3.959
ML2 0DT 55.766 -3.941
ML2 0DW 55.769 -3.957
ML2 0DX 55.769 -3.947
   

FAQs about Wishaw Ward

Crimes per 1000 people in Wishaw ward is 37.

As per the crime report in the Fiscal Year 2022/2023, 37 crimes were reported in Wishaw per 1000 population, which is considered very low in the UK. Also, the total number of crimes recorded during this period was 675, which signifies that Wishaw is the safest place to live in North Lanarkshire district.

The top crimes reported in Wishaw were non-sexual crimes of violence, sexual crimes, etc. View the crime chart for more details about the most reported crime types.

There are 392 active postcodes in Wishaw ward.

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