Todmorden Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Todmorden's crime profile in January 2026, accounting for over half of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 97 total crimes, placing it 4.4% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This pattern aligns with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may likely contribute to fewer outdoor crimes but could also exacerbate tensions in confined spaces. The dominance of violent crime—specifically 50 incidents of violence and sexual offences—suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors. As a built-up area within Calderdale, Todmorden's crime picture may reflect the challenges of a mid-sized town with a mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics. The high proportion of violent crime contrasts with the lower share of property crimes (36%), which may indicate a greater focus on interpersonal conflicts than financial motivations. This trend is consistent with areas where social cohesion is strained. The seasonal context of January, with its cold weather and post-holiday lull, may also explain the relatively low incidence of shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are typically more common during warmer months or peak retail periods. However, the 48% gap between Todmorden's violence rate and the UK average underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the root causes of violent crime in this specific locality.

January 2026 saw a dramatic 800% increase in other theft, rising from 1 to 9 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in both theft from the person and bicycle theft, suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns during the post-holiday period. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 80%, and anti-social behaviour dropped by 75%, potentially reflecting seasonal changes in social activity. Violence and sexual offences. from December, remained 48% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights the area's unique challenges in managing violent crime. Property crimes accounted for only 36% of total incidents, a lower share than the UK average, indicating a stronger focus on addressing violent crime compared to other regions. Residents may find the 800% surge in other theft particularly concerning, as it suggests a potential vulnerability in local security measures during January.

Todmorden's crime rate in January 2026 rose slightly to 7.1 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% increase from December's 6.9 per 1,000. This places the area 4.4% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, approximately 3 crimes were reported each day in January, a figure that reflects the area's relatively stable crime environment compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents within Todmorden's population of 13,633. This monthly exposure rate suggests that while crime is present, it is not concentrated to an extreme degree. The population-scaled perspective highlights that local factors, such as community policing efforts or seasonal patterns, may play a role in shaping these figures, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific influences.