Padiham Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a built-up area of 10,913 residents, Padiham recorded 113 crimes in March 2025, translating to a crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 people. This figure, 33.3% above the UK average of 7.8, highlights a significant local challenge. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (38 incidents, 33.6% of total), violence and sexual offences (33, 29.2%), and criminal damage and arson (11, 9.7%). These patterns align with the area's character as a historically industrialised town within Burnley, where community tensions and property-related issues may contribute to persistent anti-social behaviour. The transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks moving forward, may have influenced the timing of certain incidents. Shoplifting and drug-related offences showed dramatic month-on-month increases, while public order and vehicle crime decreased. The data suggests a combination of seasonal factors, local demographics, and specific crime trends, requiring nuanced approaches to community safety. The elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour, particularly in comparison to UK averages, underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate concerns and underlying socioeconomic factors.

March 2025 saw a 400% surge in shoplifting, jumping from one incident to five, a dramatic shift that may reflect seasonal retail activity or targeted criminal behaviour. Other crime and drugs offences both doubled compared to February, raising questions about emerging patterns in non-violent criminal activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by two-thirds, from nine to three, possibly linked to changes in parking habits during the spring transition. This month's data reveals a stark contrast in crime types: while shoplifting and drug-related offences rose sharply, public order and vehicle crime declined significantly. Anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent issue, with a rate 180% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in community management. The drop in vehicle crime, though notable, may not fully offset the spike in other categories, indicating a combination of factors influencing local crime dynamics.

Padiham's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 6.7% decrease from the previous month's 11.1 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, suggests some stabilisation after a period of rising incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that may resonate with local residents who navigate the town's streets regularly. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 97 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a community of just over 10,900 people. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, this translates to a rate that is 33.3% above the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted local initiatives. The contrast between Padiham's figures and the UK average reveals a distinct local challenge, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour, which are elevated. These statistics, while stark, provide a baseline for understanding how crime patterns might evolve in response to community-driven interventions.