Lytham St Anne's Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Lytham St Anne's crime profile in May 2025 reveals a distinct balance of crime types, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 36% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 30.5%. This mix suggests a community grappling with both interpersonal conflicts and broader public disorder, potentially influenced by the area’s built-up character and proximity to coastal tourism hubs. The overall crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents is 16% below the UK average, a figure that contrasts with the localised spike in anti-social behaviour, which is 48% above the national benchmark. This discrepancy may reflect the town’s unique demographic pressures, such as a transient population or seasonal influxes of visitors during spring. Seasonal factors also appear to play a role: the extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising typical of May may contribute to the higher prevalence of violence and anti-social behaviour, though these trends are tempered by the area’s generally low crime profile. The relatively low rates of property crimes—shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime all fall below UK averages—further distinguish Lytham St Anne's from more densely populated urban centres, where property crime often dominates. This pattern is consistent with the town’s character as a coastal built-up area, where community policing and local initiatives may mitigate certain types of crime. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which surged by 108.3% compared to the previous month, raises questions about the impact of seasonal events or targeted activities. While direct causes, the interplay of these factors highlights the need for continued vigilance and tailored strategies to address emerging trends.

The month-on-month analysis reveals significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Criminal damage and arson surged by 108.3%, rising from 12 to 25 incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal events or heightened community tensions. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 56.3%, aligning with a broader UK trend of reduced motor vehicle theft during spring. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 30.5% of all crimes, remains 48% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could stem from the area’s high foot traffic and public spaces. Theft from the person and robbery both saw 100% increases. and 0.7% of total crimes respectively. The rate of drugs-related offences fell by 60%, from 5 to 2 incidents—a decline that may indicate improved policing or reduced illicit activity during the month. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the importance of ongoing monitoring.

Lytham St Anne's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.9% decrease from the previous month’s 7.6 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in similar coastal built-up areas during spring, where seasonal shifts and community events may contribute to temporary dips in reported crime. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 9 crimes reported each day, a figure that reflects the town’s relatively low crime profile compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 147 residents, underscoring that the likelihood of encountering crime remains lower than the UK average. This monthly exposure metric, when contextualised against Lytham St Anne’s population of 42,874, suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a regular basis. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the area’s comparative safety, particularly when contrasted with regions where crime rates exceed 10 per 1,000.