Fylde Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking development in Fylde's April 2024 crime data was the 50% surge in vehicle crime, a category that remained 15% below the UK average but showed a marked shift from the previous month. This unexpected rise, occurring against a backdrop of generally stable overall crime levels, raises questions about local factors such as increased vehicle movement during the Easter period or changes in parking patterns. Fylde's overall crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents placed it 15.6% below the UK average, a gap consistent with the area's character as a largely rural district with lower population density. The top crime categories—violence and sexual offences (33.7% of total), anti-social behaviour (28.7%), and criminal damage and arson (6.8%)—reflect a mix of persistent challenges and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences, though 14% below the UK average, may be linked to the Easter holiday period, which often sees increased social interactions and potential tensions. Anti-social behaviour's 56% above-average rate highlights a localised issue, possibly exacerbated by the area's dispersed population and limited community oversight. Criminal damage and arson, while 32% below the UK average, saw a 46.2% increase from March, suggesting a spike in incidents that may be tied to spring weather conditions or increased outdoor activity. The data also reveals a notable absence of certain crimes: robbery, bicycle theft, and theft from the person were all 100% below the UK average, likely due to Fylde's low population density and limited urban infrastructure. These patterns align with the area's rural nature, where opportunities for such crimes are fewer. Seasonal factors, including the Easter holiday and spring weather, likely contributed to fluctuations in crime types, with increased outdoor activity driving both anti-social behaviour and property-related offences. However, the stability in the overall crime rate suggests that broader systemic factors—such as policing strategies or community engagement—may be maintaining a degree of control over local crime trends.

Vehicle crime saw a dramatic 50% increase in April, rising from 22 to 33 incidents. This jump, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 (Fylde's rate was 0.4 per 1,000), raises questions about factors such as increased traffic during Easter or seasonal events. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 46.2%, reflecting a sharp uptick in property-related incidents. In contrast, burglary fell by 38.1%, a decline that may align with improved security measures or seasonal patterns. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 28.7% of all crimes, was 56% above the UK average, underscoring a local challenge that warrants attention. The 46.2% increase in 'other crime'—a broad category encompassing non-specific incidents—adds complexity to the monthly picture, suggesting areas for further investigation.

Fylde's crime rate in April 2024 remained stable at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall crime levels. On a daily basis, 19 crimes were reported in April, equating to roughly one incident for every 153 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, indicating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low compared to areas with higher rates. When scaled to the population of 85,447, the data shows Fylde's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with a 15.6% lower rate than the national figure. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with shifts in specific crime categories, highlighting the importance of examining individual breakdowns to understand local trends.