Liskeard Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2023, Liskeard’s crime profile revealed a clear dominance of property-related offences over violent crime, a balance that may reflect the area’s seasonal dynamics and geographic characteristics. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents placed the area 30.1% below the UK average of 8.3, a figure that underscores Liskeard’s comparatively low levels of criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour emerged as the most frequent category, accounting for 43.1% of all reported crimes, a stark contrast to the 22.2% share attributed to violence and sexual offences. This disparity may be influenced by the built-up nature of the area, where social interactions in public spaces—such as those driven by tourism and local festivals—could contribute to higher rates of anti-social conduct. The seasonal context of July, with schools closed and tourism in full swing, likely amplified such incidents, though the drop in shoplifting by 58.8% from June suggests that retail-focused crime may have been curtailed during the summer months. Meanwhile, the relatively low violent crime rate—53% below the UK average—could indicate a combination of effective community policing, the area’s rural-urban hybrid character, and the temporary absence of students or transient populations that often correlate with higher rates of violent incidents. These patterns highlight the combination of local factors and national trends, offering insights into how Liskeard’s unique position within Cornwall shapes its crime profile.

July 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting incidents dropping by 58.8% compared to June, likely reflecting the seasonal closure of retail outlets during summer holidays. Conversely, burglary and public order offences each rose by 100%, marking a sharp increase from zero to one incident in both categories. This spike in property-related crimes may partly explain the overall balance between property and violent crime, with property offences now comprising 33.3% of total incidents compared to 22.2% for violent crimes. The violent crime rate in Liskeard was 53% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 76% above average rate for anti-social behaviour, which remains the most prevalent category. Residents may find the 58.8% decrease in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a potential reduction in retail-focused crime during peak tourist season, though the rise in burglary highlights persistent vulnerabilities in residential areas.

Liskeard’s July 2023 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 7.8% decrease from June’s 6.3, reflecting a slight but consistent trend toward lower overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes per day in July, a figure that aligns with the seasonal rhythm of a tourist hotspot in Cornwall. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 172 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in a built-up area with a population of 12,388. This figure, when contextualised against the UK average, highlights Liskeard’s distinct position as a region with a crime profile that diverges from national patterns. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that while crime remains a concern, its impact is distributed across a larger number of residents compared to areas with higher density or different socioeconomic profiles. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or the area’s geographic isolation—may play a role in moderating crime levels relative to the UK average.