Fylde Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In Fylde, the per-capita crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 191 residents over the course of February. This rate, 18.8% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, suggests a generally safer environment compared to the national picture. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (41.2% of all reported crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.4%) and criminal damage and arson (8.7%). These figures align with the area’s character as a coastal district with a mix of urban and rural landscapes, where seasonal factors may influence crime patterns. February, a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, likely contributed to the lower rates of property crimes compared to the UK average. However, the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour may reflect the social dynamics of Fylde’s communities, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of residential and commercial activity. The seasonal context of February—shorter days, colder temperatures, and reduced public gatherings—may have limited opportunities for certain crimes, while also concentrating interactions in specific spaces that could exacerbate conflicts. This combination of environmental and social factors helps explain the crime profile without overstating direct causal links.

February 2026 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Robbery incidents doubled from zero to two, marking a 100% increase, a shift that may reflect targeted opportunism during the month. Vehicle crime rose by 63.6% (11 to 18), potentially linked to increased car usage during colder weather or changes in parking patterns. Shoplifting also increased by 33.3% (18 to 24), which could be attributed to pre-spring retail activity or changes in store security measures. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50.0% (from two to one), due to heightened awareness of personal belongings in colder months. Drug-related crimes decreased by 45.5% (from 11 to six), a trend that may correlate with seasonal patterns affecting illicit activity. Burglary rates dropped by 42.9% (from 28 to 16), suggesting a possible seasonal reduction in residential break-ins during winter. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Fylde, where specific categories can fluctuate significantly within a month. For residents, the 100% increase in robbery—though a small absolute number—reminds of the need for vigilance in high-risk scenarios, even as the overall crime rate remains below the UK average.

Fylde’s crime rate in February 2026 remained stable compared to January, with no change from the previous month’s rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 16 crimes reported each day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of local crime frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 191 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low likelihood of encountering crime for the average Fylde resident. When scaled to the area’s population of 85,447, the 447 total crimes reported in February represent a manageable proportion of daily life, particularly when compared to the UK average. This local perspective is critical: while the national average may suggest a higher risk, Fylde’s specific mix of rural and coastal environments, combined with its seasonal dynamics, creates a distinct risk profile. The stability in the crime rate from January to February also indicates that no major spikes or dips have occurred, reinforcing the idea of a consistent, if not always predictable, crime environment. For residents, understanding these figures in context—both locally and nationally—helps frame the reality of living in Fylde as one of relative safety, with crime remaining a background concern rather than a dominant factor in daily life.