Darwen Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Darwen's crime profile in July 2024 reveals a persistent gap from the UK average, with an overall crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents—19.0% above the national figure of 8.4. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.6% of all incidents, a rate 51% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 28.4%, with a rate 100% above the UK average, a figure that may be consistent with the area's seasonal context. July, as a peak summer month, saw schools out of session and an uptick in tourism and outdoor events, factors that may have contributed to the prominence of anti-social behaviour and violence. The category of 'possessions of weapons' emerged as a notable anomaly, with a rate 186% above the UK average, suggesting a possible link to increased public gatherings or events. Vehicle crime, while still a concern, declined by 46.9% compared to the previous month, reflecting seasonal shifts in outdoor activity. The interplay of these factors—summer tourism, local events, and demographic characteristics—illustrates a built-up area where crime patterns are shaped by both transient and persistent influences.

July 2024 saw a striking 100% increase in robbery cases, with one incident reported following zero in June. This dramatic shift contrasts sharply with a 46.9% decrease in vehicle crime, which fell from 32 to 17 incidents. The drop in vehicle crime may partly explain the overall decline in Darwen's crime rate compared to the previous month. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime, accounting for 28.4% of all incidents, a rate 100% above the UK average. The category of 'possessions of weapons' also surged by 100%, rising from zero to five incidents, a figure that is 186% above the UK average. These anomalies suggest a combination of factors, including seasonal dynamics and local events that may have influenced crime patterns during the month.

Darwen's crime rate in July 2024 (10.0 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 13.5% decrease from the previous month's 11.6 per 1,000, marking a notable shift in the local crime picture. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. This translates to approximately 9 crimes reported each day in Darwen, a locally relevant metric that highlights the pace of incidents within the built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Darwen's overall crime rate remains 19.0% above the national figure, underscoring the area's distinct position within the broader statistical landscape. This comparison, however, does not fully capture the nuanced variations in specific crime categories, which will be explored in other sections.