Todmorden Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Todmorden's November 2024 crime profile reveals a striking balance between property and violent crimes, with both categories contributing nearly 40% of total incidents. This equilibrium contrasts sharply with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. Violence and sexual offences, at 52 incidents (39.1% of total crimes), are 47% above the national rate, a disparity that may reflect the area's proximity to major transport routes and its role as a retail hub. Shoplifting, at 19 cases (14.3% of total), is 103% above the UK average, a figure that aligns with the presence of high-street stores and the seasonal impact of Black Friday promotions. Public order offences, at 13 incidents (9.8% of total), are also 96% above the national average, potentially linked to the area's mix of residential and commercial zones during the darker evenings of November. This pattern is consistent with the seasonal context: the combination of Bonfire Night celebrations, reduced daylight hours, and the end of the shopping season may contribute to increased tensions and anti-social behaviour. Anti-social behaviour incidents are 55% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be mitigating some of the typical pressures associated with this time of year. The data also highlights a sharp contrast in property crime trends: while shoplifting and criminal damage are significantly above the UK average, burglary is 35% below, due to increased surveillance in residential areas. This combination of factors—seasonal transitions, local demographics, and economic activity—shapes Todmorden's unique crime picture, which remains 28.9% above the national average despite targeted reductions in certain categories.

November saw significant month-on-month changes, with criminal damage and arson surging by 140% (from 5 to 12 incidents). This spike may partly explain the 28.9% gap between Todmorden's rate and the UK average. Other theft also doubled, rising from 5 to 10 cases, while robbery emerged as a new category with three reported incidents. Conversely, burglary fell by 50%, from 4 to 2, possibly reflecting increased security measures or seasonal shifts. The balance of crime types reveals a stark contrast to the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Todmorden are 47% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 55% below. This divergence suggests a unique local dynamic, linked to the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces. For residents, the 140% increase in criminal damage and arson highlights a specific concern, warranting attention to targeted prevention strategies.

Todmorden's crime rate in November 2024 rose to 9.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.3% increase from the previous month's 9.5. This places the area 28.9% above the UK average, a consistent gap that has remained stable over recent months. Locally, this equates to roughly 4 crimes reported per day, a figure that highlights the ongoing presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. Over the course of November, one crime was reported for every 103 residents, a monthly exposure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a population of 13,633. While this rate is higher than the UK average, Todmorden's unique characteristics—its mix of retail, residential, and industrial zones—may contribute to its distinct crime profile. The daily crime count, though not directly comparable to national figures, serves as a tangible reminder of the local impact, particularly in high-traffic areas like the town centre.