The question of how Accrington’s crime rate compares to Church requires a look at the available data. Accrington, classified as a Built-Up Area (BUA) within the Hyndburn district, has a population of 36,258. The recorded crime rate for Accrington is 161.1 incidents per 1,000 residents. To put this into perspective, the United Kingdom's average crime rate is 91.6 incidents per 1,000 residents. Therefore, Accrington’s crime rate is considerably higher than the national average.
This elevated crime rate is reflected in Accrington’s safety score, which stands at 64 out of 100. The UK average safety score is 79, further highlighting that Accrington is perceived as less safe than many other areas in the country. It's important to remember that crime rates are complex and influenced by various factors, including population density, socioeconomic conditions, and reporting practices. A higher crime rate doesn't automatically equate to a more dangerous environment; it simply indicates a greater frequency of reported crimes.
Comparing Accrington directly to Church requires data for Church itself, which is not provided. Without comparable data for Church, it's impossible to definitively state whether Accrington’s crime rate is higher or lower than Church’s. However, the information available clearly demonstrates that Accrington’s crime rate is significantly above the UK average, a point to consider for anyone considering living or visiting the area. It's also worth noting that crime statistics can fluctuate, and localised variations exist within any area.