Padiham Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 10,913, Padiham recorded 140 crimes in March 2024, equating to a crime rate of 12.8 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 66.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, underscoring a significant deviation from national trends. The most common crime types were anti-social behaviour (32.9% of all incidents), violence and sexual offences (25.7%), and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). These patterns may be influenced by Padiham’s character as a small urban area within Burnley, where community dynamics and local infrastructure could contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and property crime. The seasonal transition into spring, with longer evenings and the change in daylight saving time, may have played a role in the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, a direct link to specific events or initiatives, and the high rate of criminal damage and arson—159% above the UK average—suggests a need for further investigation into potential local factors, such as economic pressures or community tensions. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the breakdown illustrates a combination of resident demographics, local geography, and seasonal rhythms, which will require ongoing analysis to address effectively.

March 2024 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 250% (from two to seven cases), likely reflecting seasonal shifts or changes in local activity patterns. Criminal damage and arson also doubled, rising from eight to sixteen incidents, a stark contrast to the previous month. Conversely, public order offences fell by 60%, dropping from ten to four, possibly linked to the transition into spring and altered social behaviours. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime type, accounting for 32.9% of all incidents, with a rate of 4.2 per 1,000—262% above the UK average. This highlights a persistent challenge in the area. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained aligned with the UK average, with a rate of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting that retail-focused crimes are not impacting Padiham compared to the national picture. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in categories showing sharp increases, such as vehicle crime and criminal damage.

Padiham’s crime rate in March 2024 rose to 12.8 per 1,000 residents, a 20.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 10.6. This places the area significantly above the UK average, which stood at 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly five crimes reported each day, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 78 residents. For context, a population of 10,913 means that 140 crimes represent a relatively high frequency compared to the UK’s broader trends. The shift from February to March may reflect the transition into spring, with longer evenings potentially influencing anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime—jumping from two to seven cases—suggests a sudden spike in this category that deserves closer attention. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Padiham’s residents face a higher-than-average risk of encountering crime, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which are elevated compared to the UK average.