Todmorden Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 13,633, Todmorden recorded 134 crimes in July 2023, equating to a crime rate of 9.8 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 18.1% above the UK average of 8.3, placing the area in a higher bracket for overall criminal activity. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (47.8% of all incidents), public order offences (13.4%), and burglary (6.7%). These figures align with the seasonal context of July—a peak summer month marked by festivals, outdoor events, and school holidays—which may contribute to increased social interactions and associated risks. The high proportion of violent crimes, 69% above the UK average, suggests that factors such as alcohol consumption, public gatherings, or local tensions may be amplifying this category. Conversely, categories like shoplifting and anti-social behaviour saw significant declines, due to targeted policing efforts or changes in community behaviour during the summer. Public order offences, which are 110% above the UK average, may be linked to the area’s built-up nature, where crowds and transient populations could exacerbate disorderly conduct. The data also reveals a stark contrast in crime distribution: while violent and public order crimes dominate, other theft and anti-social behaviour rates are lower than national averages. This uneven profile underscores the need for localized strategies to address the specific drivers of high-violence and public order crime, while leveraging the reduction in other categories to reinforce community safety initiatives.

July 2023 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories. Theft from the person surged by 300%, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, a jump that may partly reflect increased public gatherings during summer festivals. Burglary also rose sharply, doubling from 3 to 9 cases, potentially linked to seasonal shifts in property security practices. Meanwhile, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour fell sharply—shoplifting dropped 64.3% to 5 incidents, while anti-social behaviour declined by 61.5% to 5 cases, suggesting a possible reduction in alcohol-related incidents or improved community engagement. Violent crimes—accounting for 47.8% of all incidents—remain 69% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 4.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast to categories like other theft, which are 39% below the UK average, highlights uneven crime dynamics. Residents may find the 300% rise in theft from the person particularly concerning, given its direct impact on personal safety.

Todmorden’s crime rate in July 2023 fell by 10.6% compared to June’s 11.0 per 1,000, marking a downward trend despite the summer season. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 4 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the ongoing presence of criminal activity in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 102 residents, a ratio that translates to a tangible impact on local communities. This monthly exposure rate, while concerning, is lower than the rate in June, suggesting a possible stabilization or reduction in certain crime types. When considering the population of 13,633, the 134 total crimes reported equate to a manageable but notable level of incidents, particularly in a built-up area where public spaces and events may concentrate criminal opportunities. The decline in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, coupled with the rise in theft from the person, indicates shifting patterns that may reflect changes in community activity or policing priorities.