Todmorden Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Todmorden's crime rate in September 2023 reached 9.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 18.8% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure highlights a persistent challenge for local authorities, though the month-on-month decrease of 17.9% from August's 11.5 per 1,000 suggests some short-term progress. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 55% of all reported incidents—5.2 per 1,000 residents, a rate 90% above the UK average. Shoplifting followed closely, contributing 10.1% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents, 79% above the UK average. Public order offences also exceeded the UK average. These trends may be influenced by the seasonal context of September, a time of transition marked by the return to school and university term starts. The influx of students and younger residents during this period could contribute to higher levels of anti-social behaviour and public order issues, though this is not explicitly confirmed by the data. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of burglary and other theft categories—both significantly below the UK average—suggest that property crime may not be as pressing a concern in Todmorden compared to other areas. The dominance of violent crime in the local crime profile contrasts with broader UK trends, where property crimes often dominate. This discrepancy may reflect Todmorden's specific socio-economic characteristics, such as its role as a commuter town or its proximity to larger urban centres, which could influence crime patterns differently than more rural or suburban areas.

September 2023 saw a significant 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 5 to 10 incidents. This surge may be linked to the back-to-school period and the influx of university freshers, which can strain local resources and community cohesion. Conversely, burglary and other crime categories experienced notable declines, with burglary falling by 83.3% (from 6 to 1) and other crime decreasing by 66.7% (from 3 to 1). These drops suggest potential improvements in security measures or community engagement initiatives. The area's violent crime rate—5.2 per 1,000 residents—was 90% above the UK average for this category, underscoring a pressing concern. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both exceeded UK averages by substantial margins, indicating areas where targeted interventions may be warranted.

Todmorden's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 9.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 17.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.5 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential shift in local crime dynamics. above the UK average. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported in September, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 106 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure contextualises the frequency of incidents for residents, highlighting that while the rate has dropped, the area still experiences a higher-than-average level of crime compared to the rest of the UK. Population context further illustrates that with 13,633 residents, the absolute number of crimes—129—may seem manageable on a per-person basis, but the concentration of violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, raises questions about local factors influencing crime patterns.