Lytham St Anne's Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Lytham St Anne's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a generally safer environment compared to the national average, though specific crime trends reveal areas of concern. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.3% of all recorded crimes, making them the most prevalent category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 27.7%, a rate that remains 62% above the UK average. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely influenced these patterns. The sharp increase in theft from the person, though small in number, may be linked to reduced visibility during evening hours. Meanwhile, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour suggest that retail and public spaces remain focal points for criminal activity. The area’s lower property crime rates, particularly in burglary and other theft, contrast with the UK average, indicating that Lytham St Anne's may benefit from targeted community engagement and lighting improvements in high-risk zones. The balance between violent and property crime is also worth noting, as the 84 violent crimes recorded in November nearly equal the 88 property crimes. This suggests a combination of local factors, including the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to coastal and commuter routes. Residents should remain aware of the 100% increase in theft from the person and the continued elevation of anti-social behaviour above national levels, even as the overall crime rate remains relatively low.

November 2023 saw a sharp 100% increase in theft from the person, with one reported incident compared to zero in October. This spike, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in criminal activity during the dark winter evenings. Other crime also rose by 75%, with seven incidents reported, a jump that may reflect the complexity of unclassified offences. Burglary increased by 55.6%, from nine to 14 cases, a rise that could be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night or the early shopping season. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by 45.9% month-on-month, despite remaining 62% above the UK average. This category’s sharp decline may be partly explained by the shorter days reducing public space interactions. Shoplifting rates remained stable at 0.6 per 1,000, but this figure is 9% above the UK average, suggesting that retail areas in Lytham St Anne's may require closer monitoring. Residents should be particularly vigilant around late-night hours, given the 100% increase in theft from the person and the continued elevation of anti-social behaviour above national levels.

Lytham St Anne's crime rate in November 2023 fell to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a 19.8% drop from the previous month’s 7.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced anti-social behaviour, which fell by 45.9% month-on-month, though it remains 62% above the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of nine crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that reflects both local patterns and seasonal rhythms. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 18.7% below the UK average. This lower-than-average exposure is consistent with the area’s relatively low property crime rates, which sit 12% below the UK average for burglary and 52% below for other theft. However, the 100% increase in theft from the person highlights a vulnerable spot in local crime prevention efforts, particularly during the dark evenings of November. The population context further underscores that while overall crime is lower than the UK average, targeted awareness around personal safety remains critical.