Liskeard Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Liskeard, the crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 in November 2024 translates to a 1-in-130 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. While this rate is 1.3% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, the distribution of crime types reveals a distinct local pattern. Violence and sexual offences dominate, accounting for 50.5% of all recorded crimes, a figure 51% higher than the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour follows at 16.8%, also significantly above the national benchmark. These trends may reflect the built-up area’s characteristics, where public spaces and community interactions could contribute to higher rates of such incidents. Seasonal factors likely play a role, as November’s darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night may heighten tensions or create environments conducive to anti-social conduct. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime remain lower than UK averages, linked to reduced retail activity and fewer vehicles in residential areas during this time of year. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifts seasonally, with property crimes making up 25% of the total (24 incidents) compared to 75% for violent crimes—a stark contrast to summer months when property crime typically rises. This suggests that Liskeard’s crime profile in November is shaped more by interpersonal conflicts and public disorder than by economic factors, though the exact causes remain complex to disentangle without further data.

November 2024 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+100%) and theft from the person (+100%), both rising from zero to two incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may signal heightened vulnerability in specific contexts, such as increased vehicle use during holiday travel or targeted thefts in public spaces. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 15.8% compared to the previous month, potentially reflecting the impact of local initiatives or seasonal changes in community activity. The breakdown of crime types also highlights stark divergences from the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 51% above the national rate, while shoplifting is 28% below. This contrast may be influenced by Liskeard’s relatively small population and the specific dynamics of its built-up area, where fewer commercial outlets could reduce opportunities for retail crime. Criminal damage and arson rose by 85.7%, reaching 13 incidents—a figure 93% above the UK average. This spike could be linked to November’s Bonfire Night, which often sees increased firework-related incidents, though the exact connection remains speculative without further investigation. These fluctuations underscore the need for ongoing monitoring of how seasonal events and local conditions intersect with crime patterns.

The crime rate in Liskeard for November 2024 (7.7 per 1,000) represents a slight decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.8 per 1,000—a 1.0% reduction that suggests overall stability in the local crime picture. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately three crimes reported each day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s built-up nature and the density of its population. When scaled to the local context, the monthly exposure of 1-in-130 residents experiencing a reported crime illustrates the tangible impact of these statistics on everyday life. With a population of 12,388, this rate means that roughly 95 crimes are distributed across a relatively small community, potentially increasing the visibility of incidents in public spaces. However, the comparison to the UK average reveals that Liskeard’s crime profile is not markedly different from the national picture, save for a few categories where it diverges significantly—such as the sharp overperformance in violence and sexual offences. This highlights the importance of considering both absolute numbers and relative comparisons when assessing local safety, as the same rate may carry different implications in areas with varying population densities and community structures.