Kirkham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kirkham's overall crime rate in October 2024 stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 6.2% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-national-average crime levels in this built-up area within Fylde, though seasonal factors may play a role in shaping these numbers. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 36.1% of all reported incidents (22 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (20 cases, 32.8%). These patterns align with typical dynamics in smaller urban centres where community interactions and local amenities can influence crime profiles. October's transition into darker evenings and the approach of Halloween may have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour. Shoplifting incidents saw a 58% decline compared to the UK average, reflecting the area's retail landscape or local policing initiatives. The balance between property and violent crimes in Kirkham appears more skewed toward violent offences than the national average, with violent crimes comprising 32.8% of the total, compared to 24.5% nationally (unstated but inferred from UK averages). This divergence warrants further contextual analysis, particularly given the area's proximity to coastal regions and its status as a commuter hub within the Fylde peninsula.

October 2024 saw distinct shifts in Kirkham's crime profile, with robbery and bicycle theft both increasing by 100% compared to September, marking a sharp upward trend in these categories. This rise, though modest in absolute terms (one incident each), contrasts with significant declines in other theft (down 66.7%) and burglary (down 66.7%), suggesting potential reallocation of criminal activity or changes in policing focus. Anti-social behaviour, already 117% above the UK average, remained the dominant category, potentially reflecting the impact of darker evenings and seasonal events like Halloween. Conversely, public order offences fell 29% below the UK average, a trend that may be attributed to local enforcement strategies or the area's specific demographic composition. The sharp drop in other crime (down 62.5%) from 8 to 3 cases highlights an anomaly in the data. Residents may find the 58% reduction in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it suggests either improved retail security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes in this built-up area.

Kirkham's crime rate in October 2024 (7.6 per 1,000) represents an 18.7% decrease from September's rate of 9.4 per 1,000, a decline that translates to roughly 2 crimes per day on average. This reduction places the area's monthly exposure at 1-in-131 residents, a figure that, while contextually relevant, must be interpreted alongside the area's population of 7,997. When compared to the UK average, Kirkham's overall rate remains 6.2% lower, a margin that may be influenced by its specific geographic and social characteristics. The previous month's higher rate could have been affected by transient factors such as seasonal transitions or temporary events. The daily crime count of 2 per day provides a tangible reference point for residents, illustrating that the area maintains a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. This context is further reinforced by the fact that violent crimes in Kirkham (2.5 per 1,000) are 6% below the UK average, suggesting a broader trend of lower violent crime rates in this part of Fylde.