Rural Burnley Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Rural Burnley—a built-up area within Burnley—recorded 2 crimes at a rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 74.6% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. Property crimes dominated the crime profile, with criminal damage and arson (1 incident) and other theft (1 incident) each contributing 50% of the total. These categories, while low in absolute numbers, outperformed UK averages by 67% and 64% respectively, indicating potential local factors influencing these specific crime types. The winter month saw limited outdoor activity, which may have suppressed opportunities for violent crimes or public order offences, though the small population size of 1,128 residents naturally constrains the volume of incidents. The stability in crime rate compared to January suggests no immediate seasonal spikes, but the low overall rate aligns with the rural setting’s characteristics, such as limited foot traffic and dispersed communities. The absence of violent crimes this month further underscores the area’s comparatively safe environment, though targeted thefts in isolated locations remain a concern. This pattern is consistent with rural areas where property crimes often dominate due to lower population density and potential vulnerabilities in remote properties.

February 2024 marked a 100% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from 0 to 1 incident. This category, which includes theft of vehicles and personal property, now accounts for 50% of all reported crimes in the area. Both the dominant crime types—criminal damage and arson, and other theft—exceeded UK averages by 67% and 64% respectively, suggesting local vulnerabilities despite the overall low crime rate. The stability in the overall crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) compared to January indicates no significant seasonal surge, though the winter lull may have limited opportunities for outdoor crimes. Residents should note that while the rate is exceptionally low, targeted thefts in isolated areas remain a concern, particularly as the month transitioned into spring.

Rural Burnley's crime rate remained stable in February 2024 at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in January. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall criminal activity during the month. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly 0 crimes per day over the 29-day period, reflecting an exceptionally low level of reported incidents. When considering the population of 1,128 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 564 residents. This figure highlights the rarity of crime in the area relative to its population size, though it does not account for unreported incidents. The low crime rate contrasts sharply with the UK average, but local factors such as the rural setting and limited public spaces may contribute to this pattern. The absence of a daily crime figure for the UK means this comparison remains localised, focusing on Rural Burnley's unique demographic and geographic context.