Liskeard Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In a town of around 12,400 residents, Liskeard saw 97 crimes reported in December 2024, translating to a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 people. This rate places the area 9.9% above the UK average of 7.1, a gap that may reflect the town's unique characteristics as a built-up area within Cornwall. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (36.1% of total), anti-social behaviour (22.7%), and shoplifting (10.3%), with the latter two categories showing stark deviations from national norms. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and the potential for empty homes during holidays—likely contributes to the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and retail-related crimes. While shoplifting rates were 40% above the UK average, the overall property crime rate (38.1%) was slightly lower than the violent crime rate (36.1%), indicating a shift in focus from interpersonal violence to public order and commercial activity. The high incidence of anti-social behaviour, which was 91% above the UK average, may be linked to the town's compact nature and the increased social interactions during the festive period. This data suggests that local factors, such as the density of residential and commercial areas, interact with seasonal trends to shape the crime picture in Liskeard.

December 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with other theft jumping 300% from 1 to 4 incidents, and burglary doubling from 0 to 1. This surge in property-related offences contrasts with a 27.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 48 to 35. The shift in crime mix reveals a notable move towards property crime, with anti-social behaviour remaining high at 91% above the UK average. While criminal damage and arson dropped by 30.8%, this decrease may be linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during the colder months. The 40% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average highlights the impact of Christmas shopping, though this figure must be balanced against the 50% shortfall in vehicle crime, which may reflect reduced car usage during the holiday period. These patterns suggest a combination of local rhythms and broader national trends.

Liskeard's crime rate in December 2024 rose slightly to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.1% increase from the previous month's 7.7 per 1,000. This equates to roughly three crimes reported daily across the town, a figure that may feel more immediate to local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 128 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the population. While the overall rate remains 9.9% above the UK average, the localised impact of crime is best understood through daily and monthly metrics. For instance, the 3 crimes per day figure highlights the pace at which incidents occur, though this is a localised snapshot and not directly comparable to national daily averages. The population context further illustrates that 12,388 residents share the burden of these incidents, a statistic that may help residents gauge their personal risk in relation to the broader community.