Accrington Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 36,258 residents, Accrington recorded 467 crimes in November 2023, translating to 12.9 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 72% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, marking one of the highest regional disparities in recent months. The crime profile reflects a distinct pattern, with violence and sexual offences (168 incidents, 36% of total) and anti-social behaviour (116 incidents, 25%) dominating the landscape. These figures align with November’s seasonal context, where extended dark evenings and the Black Friday shopping period may have contributed to heightened tensions and opportunistic activity. Shoplifting (47 incidents) and criminal damage (40 incidents) also feature prominently, suggesting a mix of retail-related and property-focused crimes. While the overall rate is elevated, the breakdown shows stark contrasts with the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 78% above the national figure, and anti-social behaviour is 205% above, indicating a concentration of issues in this built-up area. The lower rates for vehicle crime (20% below UK average) and drug-related offences (50% below) hint at localized factors mitigating certain crime types. These patterns are consistent with Accrington’s character as a densely populated urban centre with a mix of commercial and residential zones, where high foot traffic and seasonal events may amplify specific crime trends.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with possession of weapons increasing by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and bicycle theft doubling (from 1 to 2 incidents). These spikes contrast with a 68.8% drop in drug-related offences (from 16 to 5) and a 34.5% reduction in public order offences (from 29 to 19). The crime mix also shifted: violence and sexual offences (36% of total) and anti-social behaviour (25%) remained the most prevalent, but property crimes (149 incidents) now account for 32% of all recorded crimes, compared to 34% in the previous month. This suggests a slight increase in property-focused activity, possibly linked to seasonal shopping patterns. While most categories remain significantly above the UK average—violent crime is 78% above, anti-social behaviour 205% above—the lower-than-average rates for vehicle crime (20% below) and drug offences (50% below) highlight areas where local conditions may be tempering national trends. Residents might find the 150% rise in weapon possession particularly concerning, as it indicates a sharp increase in incidents that could signal broader social or security challenges.

Accrington’s crime rate in November 2023 (12.9 per 1,000) marked a 9.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 14.2, reflecting a slight but measurable decline. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 16 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 78 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average but consistent with local patterns. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 467 total crimes represent a significant burden for a town of 36,258 people, equivalent to a crime occurring roughly every 78 residents. This rate is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be about every 133 residents. The drop from the previous month may be attributed to factors such as increased police presence during the festive season or the natural ebb and flow of seasonal crime patterns. The contrast between the high rates of violent and anti-social crimes and the lower rates of vehicle crime and drug offences suggests that local interventions or environmental factors may be influencing specific crime types differently.