Padiham Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Padiham’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 9.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.8% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This marked deviation from national trends underscores the unique challenges faced by the built-up area within Burnley. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing to 46.5% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 4.3 per 1,000—72% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 1.9 per 1,000, 104% above the UK average, reflecting persistent issues in community engagement and public order. The seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period characterised by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, likely contributed to the lower volume of outdoor crimes typically associated with warmer months. However, the high proportion of violent offences suggests that local factors, such as socioeconomic pressures or concentrated populations, may be driving this trend. While property crimes accounted for a smaller share of incidents, the rate of criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) remained 25% above the UK average, indicating ongoing challenges in addressing vandalism and arson in the area. The data highlights a combination of local conditions and national crime patterns, necessitating tailored approaches to community safety and policing strategies.

January 2026 saw a sharp rise in drug-related offences, with a 100% increase from zero to three incidents, marking a concerning trend in the area. Similarly, possession of weapons and bicycle theft each rose by 100%, introducing new risks for residents. These increases, though small in absolute numbers, signal potential shifts in criminal activity that warrant attention. In contrast, other crime and criminal damage and arson both declined, with the latter falling by 58.8% to seven incidents, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as shorter days and reduced outdoor activity. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 4.3 per 1,000—72% above the UK average—and accounted for 46.5% of all crimes, highlighting the urgent need for community-focused interventions. Anti-social behaviour also surged, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000, 104% above the UK average, underscoring the persistent challenge of managing public order in a built-up area.

Padiham’s January 2026 crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000 residents marks a 22.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 12.0 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 108 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for the area’s population of 10,913. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a localised metric that highlights the frequency of incidents in a built-up area. This daily rate, while not directly comparable to national figures, underscores the importance of local awareness and community vigilance. The reduction in overall crime rate contrasts with the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, though Padiham remains significantly above this benchmark. This comparison reinforces the need for targeted local initiatives, as the area’s crime profile continues to diverge from national trends, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories.