Lytham St Anne's Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Lytham St Anne's recorded a crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, placing it 11.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This overall figure masks a complex mix of crime types, with anti-social behaviour dominating at 32.4% of all incidents, followed closely by violence and sexual offences at 31.4%. The area's crime profile is shaped by its unique character as a built-up area within Fylde, blending residential communities with tourist attractions and retail hubs. Anti-social behaviour's 98% excess over the UK average likely reflects the area’s high foot traffic and proximity to coastal amenities, which can amplify public disorder. Meanwhile, violent crime remains lower than the UK average, possibly due to effective community policing or the absence of high-risk demographics. Seasonal factors in November, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday, may have influenced shoplifting rates. increase from 39 to 42 cases is modest. The area’s relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates, at 2.8% and 2.8% of total incidents respectively, suggest that property-focused crimes are less prevalent than in other regions, due to strong local security measures. These patterns highlight both strengths and vulnerabilities in Lytham St Anne's crime management, requiring tailored strategies to address rising concerns like weapon possession while maintaining the gains in other areas.

November 2024 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, with one incident reported after none in the previous month. This spike, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in local dynamics. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 60%, from 5 to 8 incidents, possibly linked to increased traffic during Black Friday shopping. Meanwhile, shoplifting increased by 7.7%, from 39 to 42 cases, aligning with seasonal retail activity. In contrast, other crime fell by 80%, from 5 to 1, and bicycle theft dropped by two-thirds, suggesting some success in addressing these categories. Violent crime, however, remained 19% below the UK average, with 90 incidents reported. These variations highlight the need for residents to remain alert to specific risks, such as unattended vehicles and public spaces where weapons may be carried.

Lytham St Anne's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 6.6% decrease from the previous month’s 7.2 per 1,000. This decline contrasts with a notable spike in vehicle crime, which rose 60% from 5 to 8 incidents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 10 crimes reported each day, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 149 residents over the course of the month. While overall crime has dipped slightly, the population-scaled perspective reveals that the area remains relatively safe compared to the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The decrease in burglary and bicycle theft, down 46.7% and 66.7% respectively, suggests that targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have influenced these trends. However, the sharp rise in possession of weapons, though a single incident, underscores the need for vigilance in public spaces.