Fylde Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Fylde's December 2024 crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 marked a 7% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a generally safer environment relative to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 29.6%. This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts and disorder, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as extended evenings and holiday-related stressors. Shoplifting and other property crimes remained below UK averages, with shoplifting specifically recording a 30% deficit. These trends align with the area's character as a mix of coastal and suburban communities, where retail activity and community policing may contribute to lower property crime rates. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour—113% above the UK average—raises questions about local social dynamics and the effectiveness of current interventions. The seasonal context of December, with its combination of festive shopping, reduced daylight hours, and empty homes during the holiday period, likely amplifies certain crime patterns while mitigating others. This month's data underscores the need for targeted strategies to address anti-social behaviour, while maintaining the positive momentum in reducing property-related offences.

December 2024 saw a 26.9% decline in shoplifting, with reported incidents dropping from 52 to 38. This reduction, consistent with broader UK trends during the festive season, may be attributed to increased retail security measures and lower foot traffic in some areas. Conversely, robbery rates surged by 100%, rising from 0 to 2 incidents—a stark anomaly requiring closer attention. Theft from the person also doubled, reflecting heightened vulnerability during the holiday period. Anti-social behaviour remained high, with rates 113% above the UK average, underscoring ongoing challenges in managing public order. Meanwhile, violent crime rates were 18% below the UK average, a positive deviation that may be linked to local initiatives or community engagement efforts. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local policing strategies in shaping crime patterns.

Fylde's crime rate in December 2024 rose by 8.0% compared to November's 6.1 per 1,000, reaching 6.6 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects seasonal patterns typical of the area during December, when extended evenings and holiday-related activity may influence crime dynamics. On a daily basis, 18 crimes were reported across the 31 days, highlighting the persistent presence of criminal activity even in a relatively low-crime region. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 151 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate remains lower than the UK average, the slight upward trend from November suggests a need for continued monitoring. The local context—characterised by a mix of coastal communities, residential areas, and commercial hubs—may contribute to this fluctuation, with seasonal factors such as reduced visibility and increased foot traffic in retail zones likely playing a role.