Blackburn with Darwen Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 162,540 residents, Blackburn with Darwen recorded 1,670 crimes in June 2025—a rate of 10.3 per 1,000 people. This places the area 27.2% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights systemic challenges in crime prevention. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (30.8%) and criminal damage and arson (6.7%). These figures align with the area's post-industrial character, where high unemployment rates and socio-economic disparities may contribute to higher levels of violent and disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may also influence patterns, as longer daylight hours and increased public activity in town centres could both drive anti-social behaviour and create opportunities for theft. Shoplifting was 21% below the UK average, a deviation that might be attributed to the area's retail landscape or the effectiveness of local security measures. However, the significant gap in anti-social behaviour and violence compared to national rates suggests that targeted interventions are needed to address underlying social issues. The crime profile illustrates a community grappling with persistent challenges, requiring a balance between immediate law enforcement responses and long-term socio-economic strategies to foster safer neighbourhoods.

June 2025 saw a dramatic 350% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 9 incidents—a stark spike that may reflect heightened public anxiety or changes in criminal tactics during summer evenings. Concurrently, burglary rose by 26.5%, with 43 incidents reported, suggesting vulnerabilities in residential areas that warrant closer scrutiny. In contrast, other theft fell by 31.4%, possibly due to increased police presence or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour remained 125% above the UK average, a persistent issue that may be linked to the area's post-industrial character and community dynamics. Shoplifting in Blackburn was 21% below the UK average, a deviation that could indicate effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic in commercial zones. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, requiring nuanced approaches to crime prevention.

Blackburn with Darwen's crime rate in June 2025 fell by 6.6% compared to May's 11.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a slight downward trend. However, the monthly figure of 10.3 per 1,000 remains 27.2% above the UK average, highlighting persistent challenges. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 56 crimes per day—a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 162,540 people. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 97 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the cumulative impact of crime on local life. While the overall rate has decreased, the distribution of crime types reveals uneven progress: anti-social behaviour and violence remain high compared to UK averages. This suggests that targeted interventions in specific areas or demographics may be necessary to address these persistent issues. The daily crime count, though a local metric, provides a tangible sense of how often crime disrupts daily routines, particularly in densely populated or high-traffic zones.