Todmorden Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Todmorden's built-up area within Calderdale recorded 125 crimes, equating to 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents — a rate 9.5% higher than the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This volume translates to one reported crime for every 109 residents over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the tangible impact of crime on a community of 13,633 people. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (53 incidents, 42.4% of total), public order offences (18 incidents, 14.4%), and anti-social behaviour (14 incidents, 11.2%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of peak summer, when tourism, festivals, and outdoor events typically increase foot traffic in public spaces. The surge in violence and sexual offences may be partially explained by the area's summer festival calendar, which brings temporary crowds to town centres and parks. Public order offences, 103% above the UK average, could reflect the challenges of managing large gatherings in a historic town centre with limited policing resources. However, anti-social behaviour was 31% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives — such as community-led event management or increased police presence during festivals — may be mitigating some aspects of disorder. The crime profile also reveals a mixed picture in property crime: burglary rose sharply by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents), while shoplifting fell by 66.7% (from 12 to 4 incidents). This divergence may indicate that while retail security measures are effective in curbing theft, unoccupied properties during the summer months are becoming more vulnerable to burglary. The overall crime rate, though slightly lower than the previous month (down 5.3%), remains a concern for local authorities, particularly given the disproportionate rise in public order and property crimes. These statistics highlight the combination of seasonal factors, local demographics, and policing strategies in shaping Todmorden's crime profile.

July 2024 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with burglary, other crime, and vehicle crime each surging by 500%, 300%, and 300% respectively. These increases — from single-digit figures to six incidents for burglary — suggest either heightened vulnerability or a sudden spike in opportunistic activity. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 66.7% (12 to 4 incidents), potentially reflecting reduced tourist footfall or more effective retail security measures. The most striking disparity against the UK average is public order offences, which were 103% above the national rate (1.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000). This may be linked to the area's summer festivals and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour was 31% below the UK average (1.0 vs 1.4 per 1,000), indicating successful community engagement efforts or a lower incidence of disruptive behaviour during the peak tourist season. For residents, the 300% increase in vehicle crime underscores the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas.

Todmorden's crime rate in July 2024 (9.2 per 1,000 residents) represents a 5.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 9.7 per 1,000. This downward trend contrasts with the area's 9.5% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge despite national improvements. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately four reported crimes per day, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 109 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of the frequency of crime in a community of 13,633 people. While the overall rate has fallen slightly, the distribution of crime types reveals significant disparities — for instance, public order offences are 103% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in areas where summer festivals and tourism may contribute to heightened tensions. The population context is critical: with 125 crimes recorded, the absolute number is relatively low compared to larger urban centres, but the rate per capita remains a concern for local authorities and residents.