Accrington Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Accrington, the crime rate of 14.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2023 means that, on average, one in every 70 people experienced a reported crime during the month. This figure, 77.5% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, underscores a stark contrast between the built-up area and national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.8% of all crimes, with a rate of 4.4 per 1,000 — 63% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 3.8 per 1,000, 197% above the UK rate, a statistic that likely reflects the area’s dense population and the challenges of managing public spaces in a commuter-oriented town. Shoplifting, at 1.5 per 1,000, was 159% above the UK average, a trend consistent with October’s retail activity and Halloween’s influence on local businesses. These figures, combined with the seasonal context of darker evenings and the transition to British Summer Time, may contribute to heightened incidents of anti-social behaviour and property crime. The data illustrates a combination of local demographics and external factors, requiring a nuanced approach to community safety.

October 2023 marked significant shifts in crime trends, with drugs-related incidents surging by 128.6% (7 to 16 cases) — a jump that may reflect seasonal patterns or unmet demand during darker evenings. Shoplifting also rose sharply, increasing by 77.4% (31 to 55 cases), a figure that aligns with Halloween’s impact on retail environments. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by two-thirds (3 to 1), possibly linked to reduced cycling during colder weather. Vehicle crime rose by 55.6% (9 to 14), a trend that contrasts with the UK average, where vehicle crime was 23% lower. Anti-social behaviour, at 3.8 per 1,000, remains 197% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing public spaces. These fluctuations highlight the need for context-specific strategies to address both rising and declining crime categories.

In October 2023, Accrington’s crime rate rose to 14.2 per 1,000 residents, a 5.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 13.5. This translates to roughly 17 crimes reported daily across the built-up area, a figure that highlights the persistent pressure on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 70 residents, a statistic that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 36,258 people. While the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average, the daily crime count provides a tangible measure of exposure for residents. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the elevated rate is not an isolated anomaly but a consistent challenge, requiring targeted interventions to address the root causes of persistent crime types such as anti-social behaviour and violence.