Blackburn with Darwen Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 marked a continuation of Blackburn with Darwen's elevated crime levels, with an overall rate of 9.5 per 1,000 residents—23.4% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure, while stable compared to March's 9.4, underscores the area's persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.1% of all reported incidents (479 cases), with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000. This is 17% above the UK average for this category, consistent with patterns observed in post-industrial towns with high concentrations of social housing. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 26.4% of crimes (407 cases) at a rate of 2.5 per 1,000—105% above the national average. This suggests ongoing issues with community cohesion, likely exacerbated by the area's demographics and historical economic challenges. Shoplifting and criminal damage also remained above average, reflecting the impact of retail and public spaces in the area. The seasonal context of April—Easter and spring weather—may have contributed to increased outdoor activity and associated crime, though the exact causal links remain complex. These figures highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas with high anti-social behaviour and violence, while also addressing the broader socioeconomic factors that may contribute to the area's elevated crime profile.

April 2024 saw a 53.3% increase in burglary cases, rising from 45 to 69 incidents. This jump is particularly concerning given Blackburn with Darwen's mix of residential and commercial areas, where vacant properties during the Easter holiday period may have contributed. Bicycle theft also rose sharply by 50%, from 2 to 3 incidents, a trend that may reflect increased outdoor cycling activity during spring. Theft from the person increased by 50%, from 4 to 6 cases, suggesting heightened vigilance is needed in crowded public spaces. Anti-social behaviour remained 105% above the UK average, with 407 incidents reported. This category's dominance—accounting for 26.4% of all crimes—points to ongoing challenges in community cohesion and public safety. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 18.3%, from 131 to 107, linked to reduced vandalism during the Easter break. Residents should be particularly aware of the sharp rise in burglary, which now constitutes 4.5% of all crimes, significantly above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000.

Blackburn with Darwen's crime rate in April 2024 remained stable at 9.5 per 1,000, a 1.2% increase from the previous month's 9.4. This suggests a relatively consistent level of crime activity over the past two months. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 51 crimes per day, underscoring the frequency of incidents in a short timeframe. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 106 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is a local metric, it provides context for residents on the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The rate remains significantly above the UK average, but the month-on-month stability indicates no sharp upward trend. This consistency may reflect ongoing patterns rather than sudden spikes, though the area's position as a post-industrial town with a mix of urban and suburban characteristics likely contributes to its crime profile.