Davenham Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Davenham's crime profile in June 2025 reveals a striking dominance of violent crime over property crime, a pattern that may reflect local demographics and community dynamics. With 28 violent incidents recorded—accounting for 45.9% of all crimes—this category far outpaces property crime (9 incidents, 13.1%). The overall crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents places Davenham 49.4% below the UK average of 8.1, highlighting a broader safety advantage. However, the disproportionate focus on violence raises questions about underlying factors, such as local tensions or policing priorities. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which remained 34% below the UK average, suggesting that while violent incidents occur, their severity may be mitigated by community characteristics. Public order offences (16.4% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (13.1%) followed, with the latter 65% below the national average. This mix aligns with patterns seen in small built-up areas, where community interactions and local events can drive public order issues. Seasonal context also plays a role: as June marks the start of summer, increased social activity and tourism may contribute to public order challenges, though the area's low overall crime rate indicates effective management of these pressures. The data also shows a marked absence of major property crime, with burglary (3.3% of total) and vehicle crime (1.6%) both significantly below UK averages, reflecting strong community vigilance or limited high-value assets in the area.

June's crime mix revealed a stark contrast between violent and property crime, with 28 violent incidents compared to 9 property crimes. This imbalance, though not uncommon in small built-up areas, suggests potential pressures on local policing resources. Month-on-month changes showed a 100% increase in robbery and other crime, while shoplifting fell by 85.7%—a shift that may reflect seasonal factors, such as the start of summer reducing retail theft opportunities. Public order offences doubled compared to May, a trend consistent with increased foot traffic as tourism begins in nearby rural areas. Violence and sexual offences in Davenham remained 34% below the UK average, despite their dominance in local statistics. This discrepancy could indicate effective community policing strategies or demographic factors that mitigate severe violence compared to larger urban centres.

Davenham's crime rate in June 2025 rose 11% compared to May, moving from 3.7 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns rather than a surge in overall incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of local reporting. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 241 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 14,728 people. When scaled to population size, Davenham's crime profile remains markedly lower than the UK average, with violent crime rates 34% below the national benchmark. This suggests that while local conditions may influence specific categories, the area's overall safety profile remains distinct from broader trends. The 1-in-241 monthly exposure figure offers a tangible measure of risk for residents, placing Davenham in a category where crime is infrequent but not absent.