Liskeard Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Liskeard's crime profile in May 2023 reflects a mix of seasonal influences and persistent local patterns. The overall crime rate stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, 7.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, masks significant fluctuations within specific categories. Shoplifting emerged as the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 23.9% of all incidents (22 cases), far exceeding the UK average for this category by 267%. This surge may be tied to the area's retail presence and the impact of May's bank holidays, which likely extended shopping hours and increased foot traffic. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average, remained a notable concern, with 23 incidents reported (25% of total crimes). Anti-social behaviour, at 22.8% of all crimes, also showed a 28% gap above the UK average, indicating challenges in community management. Seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased outdoor drinking may have contributed to these patterns, though the absence of major events or infrastructure changes suggests a more routine influence. The contrast between property crimes (44 cases) and violent crimes (23 cases) highlights the area's focus on non-violent incidents, a trend consistent with other rural built-up areas where property-related offences often dominate.

May 2023 saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 7 to 22—a 214.3% increase. This spike far outpaced other categories and exceeded the UK average for shoplifting by 267%. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 140% (5 to 12), suggesting potential links to seasonal events or increased outdoor activity during longer evenings. Vehicle crime also doubled, jumping from 0 to 4, a 100% increase that may reflect changes in parking patterns or unattended vehicles. Violence and sexual offences remained 32% below the UK average, with 23 incidents reported (1.9 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, however, was 28% above the UK average, highlighting local challenges in managing public conduct. These shifts underscore a combination of seasonal factors and local conditions that warrant further observation.

Liskeard's crime rate in May 2023 (7.4 per 1,000 residents) marked a 53.5% increase from the previous month's 4.8 per 1,000. This upward trend suggests a shift in local dynamics. below the UK average. Daily crime activity averaged 3 incidents per day, reflecting a consistent but not overwhelming presence of crime in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 135 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. With a population of 12,388, this statistic illustrates the relative frequency of incidents within a community scale, though it does not indicate individual risk. The increase from April to May aligns with seasonal factors such as longer evenings and bank holidays, which may contribute to heightened social activity in public spaces.