Fylde Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Fylde’s crime profile in November 2023, accounting for 34.3% of all reported crimes. This category recorded 2.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, 23% below the UK average of 2.6. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 24.0% deficit compared to the national average of 7.5, a disparity consistent with Fylde’s relatively low population density and suburban character. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, reached 1.6 per 1,000 residents—52% above the UK average of 1.1. This outlier may partly explain Fylde’s unique profile, given the district’s mix of residential areas and coastal amenities that could foster both community cohesion and occasional public disturbances. Seasonal factors in November, including dark evenings and Bonfire Night events, likely contributed to fluctuations in public order offences. The data suggests a balanced mix of property and violent crimes, with property crimes comprising 30% of the total (147 incidents) and violent crimes 34.3%. While shoplifting and vehicle crime remained below national averages, the prominence of anti-social behaviour highlights a distinct local pattern that deserves closer attention in the context of Fylde’s community dynamics.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in Fylde’s crime mix, with public order offences increasing by 38.5% to 18 incidents—a stark contrast to the 13 reported in October. This rise may be linked to Bonfire Night celebrations, which often coincide with heightened public disorder in coastal areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped sharply by 36.9%, from 217 to 137 incidents, a decline that likely reflects the end of the busy Black Friday shopping period. Burglary also rose by 33.3%, from 18 to 24, though this remains 12% below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. The most striking UK comparison was in anti-social behaviour, which was 52% above the national rate of 1.1 per 1,000. This anomaly could be attributed to Fylde’s unique demographic profile, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may have inadvertently created a reporting environment that skews statistics. Residents might find the 38% decrease in bicycle theft from 4 to 2 incidents particularly relevant, as this aligns with seasonal patterns where fewer cyclists are active during darker evenings. Meanwhile, other crime rose by 16.7%, from 12 to 14, a modest increase that may signal emerging trends in unclassified offences.

Fylde’s crime rate in November 2023 (5.7 per 1,000) marked a 19.6% decline from October’s 7.1 per 1,000, a shift that may reflect the seasonal slowdown in retail activity following Black Friday. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 16 crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, remains a tangible reminder of the need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 175 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average but still significant for a population of 85,447. The contrast between Fylde’s 24% deficit to the UK average and its 52% excess in anti-social behaviour underscores the complexity of local crime patterns. While property crimes and violent crimes both remained below national levels, the anomaly in anti-social behaviour suggests that local factors—such as the proximity to coastal tourism hubs or the impact of seasonal festivals—may influence specific categories. This comparative analysis highlights the importance of tailored approaches to crime prevention, rather than applying national trends directly to Fylde’s unique context.