Fylde Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Fylde's crime rate in June 2024 was 6.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.3% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area's relative safety compared to the national picture, particularly in violent crime categories where rates are lower. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all crimes, a share that is 20% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, however, emerged as a significant concern, contributing 31.9% of total crimes and exceeding the national average by 50%. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and the onset of tourist activity—may influence these patterns, with coastal areas like Fylde often experiencing shifts in criminal activity during this period. While property crimes (159) formed a smaller proportion of the total (27.7%) compared to violent crimes, this balance may reflect the area's demographic profile, where community-focused initiatives and lower population density could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. The data also highlights a consistent trend in criminal damage and arson, which was 18% below the UK average, suggesting that local enforcement or environmental factors may be effective in curbing such offences. These findings illustrate the combination of geography, seasonality, and community dynamics in shaping Fylde's crime profile.

June 2024 saw a dramatic 146.2% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 13 to 32 cases. This surge may be linked to the start of the summer tourist season, as coastal areas like Fylde often see higher foot traffic during this period. Concurrently, public order offences increased by 35.3%, potentially reflecting the social dynamics of a growing population during warmer weather. In contrast, other crime categories saw notable declines, including a 55.6% reduction in 'other crime' and a 53.2% drop in 'other theft.' These decreases may indicate improved community policing efforts or heightened resident awareness. Anti-social behaviour incidents in Fylde were 50% above the UK average, a disparity that could be attributed to the area's mix of rural and urban spaces, where informal social controls may be less effective in certain settings.

Fylde's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 12.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the start of summer may reduce certain types of crime linked to colder weather or shorter daylight hours. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 19 reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within a 30-day period. When scaled to the population of 85,447, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 149 residents, a measure that highlights the relative frequency of incidents in the context of Fylde's demographic profile. This rate is lower than the UK average, suggesting that the area's unique characteristics—such as its coastal location and community-focused infrastructure—may contribute to a more stable crime environment compared to national trends.