Todmorden Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 13,633, 165 crimes reported in July 2025 equate to one crime for every 83 residents. This places Todmorden’s crime rate at 12.1 per 1,000, 40.7% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 47.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (9.7%) and public order offences (9.1%). These patterns align with July’s seasonal context—peak summer, school holidays, and festivals—which likely increases foot traffic in public spaces and heightens opportunities for alcohol-fuelled disputes. The sharp rise in violent crimes may reflect the convergence of local residents and tourists during the month’s events. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, still contributes to a sense of disorder, particularly in areas with high concentrations of younger people. Public order offences, which are 72% above the UK average, could be linked to the area’s role as a regional hub for summer festivals, where crowd management challenges may arise. The relatively low burglary rate (26% below UK average) contrasts with the spike in vehicle crime (54% above UK average), suggesting that car-related thefts may be driven by increased vehicle presence in public spaces during the tourist season. This data illustrates a built-up area grappling with seasonal pressures that amplify certain types of crime, particularly those tied to human interaction in crowded environments.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in possession of weapons (+200%), bicycle theft (+100%), and public order offences (+66.7%) compared to June. The 200% rise in weapon possession—jumping from one to three incidents—raises questions about the intersection of local festivals and unregulated items in public spaces. Bicycle theft, which doubled from one to two incidents, may reflect the influx of cyclists during summer events. Public order offences surged by two-thirds, likely tied to the area’s role as a summer festival destination where crowd density and alcohol consumption could heighten tensions. Conversely, burglary decreased by 25% (from four to three incidents), due to increased police patrols or community initiatives during the month. Other crime fell by 75%, though this may reflect underreporting rather than a genuine decline. Violence and sexual offences remained 91% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in managing high-risk interactions during peak tourist periods. The UK average for anti-social behaviour (1.6 per 1,000) is 23% lower than Todmorden’s rate, highlighting a localised issue that may require targeted interventions in specific neighbourhoods.

Todmorden’s crime rate in July 2025 (12.1 per 1,000) marked a 31.0% increase from June’s 9.2 per 1,000, reflecting a significant upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately five crimes per day—a rate that, while modest, accumulates to a substantial volume over the course of the month. For residents, this translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 83 individuals, a figure that may feel more pronounced in smaller, tightly-knit communities. When compared to the UK average, Todmorden’s violent crime rate (5.8 per 1,000) is 91% higher than the national benchmark, suggesting a unique challenge in managing interpersonal conflicts during the summer months. The area’s population of 13,633 means that even small shifts in crime rates can have tangible impacts on local perceptions of safety. While some categories, like burglary, fall below the UK average (26% lower), others—such as vehicle crime (54% above UK average)—highlight vulnerabilities tied to the area’s infrastructure or seasonal activities. These comparisons underscore the need for context-specific strategies, as Todmorden’s crime profile diverges from the national picture in both magnitude and composition.