Accrington Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Accrington's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 14.3 per 1,000, placing it 70.2% above the UK average of 8.4. This stark divergence highlights systemic challenges in the built-up area, where anti-social behaviour emerged as the most reported category, accounting for 30.8% of all incidents. The rate of anti-social behaviour—4.4 per 1,000—was 203% above the UK average, suggesting a significant localised issue that may be linked to the area's social fabric or environmental conditions. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, with 152 cases reported (4.2 per 1,000), a figure 47% above the national average. This pattern of high violent crime, coupled with elevated anti-social behaviour, points to a combination of factors that may include overcrowded public spaces, alcohol consumption during festivals, or unmet community needs. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: July, a peak summer month with schools out and festivals in full swing, likely amplifies tensions in public areas. The area's crime profile contrasts sharply with UK-wide trends, where property crimes typically dominate. Here, violent and anti-social crimes take precedence, reflecting a unique local dynamic that may require tailored interventions. The high rate of burglary (26 cases, 0.7 per 1,000) also underscores vulnerabilities in residential security, exacerbated by summer holidays when homes are unoccupied. These trends, when viewed through the lens of July's seasonal rhythms, suggest that community engagement, policing strategies, and environmental design could play pivotal roles in addressing the area's challenges.

July 2024 witnessed sharp increases in burglary (+271.4%) and vehicle crime (+109.1%), with 26 burglaries and 23 vehicle-related incidents reported. This surge in property crimes contrasts with a 41% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 61 to 36 cases. The decrease in shoplifting may reflect seasonal patterns, as summer months often see reduced foot traffic in retail areas. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 30.8% of all crimes, with a rate 203% above the UK average. This suggests that community tensions or environmental factors—such as increased public events during the summer—may contribute to higher levels of anti-social conduct. Bicycle theft doubled from zero to four cases, a 100% increase that could indicate targeted activity or a shift in criminal focus during the tourist season.

Accrington's crime rate in July 2024 (14.3 per 1,000) marked a 7.8% increase from the previous month's 13.3 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained upward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 70 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the built-up area. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 17 crimes per day, a local metric that does not align with UK-wide daily comparisons. This frequency is higher than the UK average when considering the monthly exposure metric, though direct UK comparisons are not provided for daily figures. The population context further highlights that Accrington's crime rate is high relative to its size, with 36,258 residents bearing the brunt of a rate 70.2% above the national average. This suggests that local factors—such as community dynamics or environmental characteristics—may play a role in sustaining higher-than-expected crime levels.