Fylde Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category of crime in Fylde during September 2025, accounting for 34.8% of all reported incidents and maintaining a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents—19% below the UK average. This figure underscores the area's unique crime profile, where personal safety concerns appear to take precedence over property-related offences. The overall crime rate for the month stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 18.9% below the national average of 7.4 per 1,000. This comparative advantage is reinforced by the relatively low rates of shoplifting (51% below UK average) and vehicle crime (25% below UK average), which may reflect the area's geographical characteristics and community dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained a persistent issue, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 (32.9% of total crimes)—71% above the UK average—suggesting a need for targeted interventions in specific neighbourhoods. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns, as September coincided with the return to school and university term, potentially increasing interactions in public spaces and influencing crime dynamics. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly, with violent offences accounting for a larger share of the total than in previous months, a trend consistent with the area's demographic composition and the seasonal context.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends within Fylde, with possession of weapons increasing by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from 3 to 6 incidents. This surge may reflect heightened tensions during the transition back to school and university term, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50%, declining from 18 to 9 cases, potentially indicating improved security measures or reduced opportunity during the month. Anti-social behaviour remained significantly above the UK average, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 (32.9% of total crimes), suggesting ongoing challenges in managing public disorder. Meanwhile, bicycle theft increased by 50%, climbing from 2 to 3 incidents, which could be linked to the start of the academic year and increased student mobility. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area, with certain categories responding more acutely to seasonal and demographic shifts than others.

Fylde's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 28.0% compared to the previous month, declining from 8.4 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns as September marks the end of the summer holiday period and the start of the academic term, potentially shifting population movements and activity levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 17 reported crimes each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local community. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 166 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area's overall safety profile relative to its population size. This statistic, when considered alongside the population of 85,447, provides a tangible measure of how frequently residents may encounter crime in their daily lives. The decline in overall crime rate also highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the natural ebb and flow of criminal activity as the area transitions into a more structured seasonal rhythm.