Blackburn with Darwen Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Blackburn with Darwen's crime rate in September 2025 stands at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 23% above the UK average of 7.4. This disparity underscores a combination of local factors and national trends, with the area’s crime profile reflecting distinct patterns. The most prevalent crime category is violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 28.0%. These figures are particularly striking when compared to the UK average, where violence and sexual offences occur at 2.6 per 1,000 (a 12% gap) and anti-social behaviour at 1.2 per 1,000 (a 122% gap). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may partly explain the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour, as younger populations often congregate in public spaces. The area’s mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics, combined with its history as a post-industrial town, likely contributes to this dynamic. While shoplifting rates are 2% below the UK average, other property crimes such as vehicle crime and criminal damage are significantly higher, reflecting potential vulnerabilities in community infrastructure or enforcement. The contrast between Blackburn’s violent crime rates and its relatively lower burglary figures (29% below the UK average) suggests a focus on interpersonal conflict rather than property-focused crime, a trend that may be influenced by local demographics and social networks. As the month progresses into cooler weather, the shift in public activity patterns may further shape crime trends, though September’s data already highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in Blackburn with Darwen’s crime profile, with public order offences increasing by 14.1% (from 78 to 89) and drug-related crimes rising by 15.4% (from 26 to 30). These increases contrast with steep declines in bicycle theft (-72.7%) and possession of weapons (-42.1%), which fell to 3 and 11 incidents respectively. The persistent gap between Blackburn’s anti-social behaviour rate (2.6 per 1,000) and the UK average (1.2 per 1,000) remains a focal point, with the former being 122% higher. This disparity may be linked to the area’s urban centres and high foot traffic during the freshers’ week, which could contribute to the surge in public order incidents. Meanwhile, the drop in bicycle theft is striking, though whether this reflects improved security measures, reduced student numbers, or other factors. The violent crime category, at 2.9 per 1,000, is 12% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted policing in areas with higher concentrations of younger populations. Residents may find the 72.7% reduction in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a potential success in local initiatives or changes in behaviour, though further analysis would be required to identify the exact cause.

Blackburn with Darwen’s crime rate in September 2025 (9.1 per 1,000) represents a 16.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.0, indicating a slight but measurable improvement. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 49 crimes per day—a figure that, while not directly comparable to national averages, provides a concrete sense of the pace at which incidents occur. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 110 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the local population. This statistic, when contextualised against Blackburn’s population of 162,540, underscores the scale of the challenge faced by local authorities and community organisations. The previous month’s rate was higher, suggesting that the downward trend may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the transition from summer to autumn, which often sees reduced outdoor activity and changes in social dynamics. While the overall crime rate remains above the UK average, the month-on-month reduction indicates that targeted efforts—whether through policing, community engagement, or environmental design—may be yielding results. The daily crime count and monthly exposure rate serve as useful benchmarks for residents, helping them understand the relative risk and the potential effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies.