Darwen Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Darwen's crime profile in June 2025 reveals a stark contrast to the UK average, with the area's crime rate of 10.1 per 1,000 residents placing it 24.7% above the national figure of 8.1. This disparity is most pronounced in the mix of crime types, where violent and sexual offences dominate at 36% of all reported crimes, significantly higher than the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 31.5% of incidents, is another standout concern, 125% above the UK average. These figures suggest a community grappling with persistent issues of aggression and disorder, potentially exacerbated by the area's urban density and the social dynamics of a built-up region within Blackburn with Darwen. Seasonal factors may also play a role: as June marks the beginning of summer, the extended daylight hours and increased outdoor activity could contribute to both the rise in anti-social behaviour and the relative decline in vehicle crime, which fell by 48.5% compared to May. The dominance of violent crime over property-related offences further indicates a focus on interpersonal conflict and public disorder, which may be linked to the area's character as a densely populated, economically challenged region. This pattern contrasts with coastal or tourist areas, where property crimes often take precedence, and highlights the need for tailored approaches to address the specific challenges of Darwen's built-up environment.

June 2025 saw notable fluctuations in Darwen's crime profile. Theft from the person surged by 100% compared to May, rising from zero to two incidents—a stark anomaly that may reflect heightened vulnerability during summer evenings or increased foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 48.5%, from 33 to 17 incidents, linked to reduced car usage during warmer weather or improved security measures in parking areas. The violent crime category, accounting for 36% of all reported crimes, remained 26% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in managing aggression and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type at 31.5%, was 125% above the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in community spaces. These shifts suggest that while some crime types are easing, others remain stubbornly elevated, requiring a nuanced approach to policing and community engagement.

Darwen's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 6.3% decrease from the previous month's 10.8 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, suggests a possible stabilization in local crime trends after a recent uptick. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly nine crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, lacks a direct UK comparison due to the absence of national daily crime data. Monthly exposure to crime in Darwen saw one reported incident for every 99 residents, a statistic that contextualizes the frequency of crime within the community's population of 28,102. While this rate remains 24.7% above the UK average, the month-on-month reduction indicates that local efforts or seasonal factors—such as the start of summer—may be influencing crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk of encountering crime than the national average, though the decline from May suggests some mitigation of risk over time.