The question of how Darwen’s crime rate compares to that of Hoddlesden is a common one, and the answer is quite revealing. Darwen, classified as a Built-Up Area (BUA) within Blackburn with Darwen, currently has a crime rate of 118.4 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is notably higher than the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000. Conversely, Hoddlesden, a neighbouring area, demonstrates a substantially lower crime rate of just 54.6 per 1,000 residents.
This difference highlights a considerable disparity in the level of reported crime between the two locations. To put this in perspective, Blackburn itself, also within the Blackburn with Darwen borough, has a crime rate of 123.2 per 1,000, slightly higher than Darwen, while Withnell boasts a much lower rate of 39.3 per 1,000, and Oswaldtwistle reports a rate of 125.9 per 1,000. Darwen's population is 28,102, which contributes to the overall crime statistics for the BUA.
It’s important to note that crime rates are influenced by a multitude of factors beyond just geographical location. These can include socioeconomic conditions, population density, local policing strategies, and reporting practices. While a higher crime rate doesn’t necessarily equate to a less safe environment – safety is also reflected in Darwen’s safety score of 73/100, which is below the UK average of 79/100 – it does indicate a greater prevalence of reported criminal activity. Residents of Darwen may wish to investigate local community safety initiatives and engage with local authorities to understand the efforts being made to address crime within the area.