Accrington Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

January 2025 saw Accrington’s overall crime rate at 11.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.9% above the UK average of 7.1. This stark divergence highlights systemic challenges in the built-up area, where violence and sexual offences (30.6% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (28.8%) dominate the crime profile. These figures align with the seasonal context of post-holiday periods, which typically see reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours curbing outdoor activity. However, the persistence of high anti-social behaviour—227% above the UK average—suggests deeper community dynamics at play. While shoplifting (10.3% of crimes) and other theft (6.3%) reflect retail and commercial vulnerabilities, the sharp contrast with UK averages underscores Accrington’s unique challenges. The seasonal context, with fewer outdoor crimes due to cold weather, may partially explain the lower property crime rate compared to other months, but the dominance of violent and disorderly crimes indicates ongoing pressures in public spaces. This pattern is consistent with Accrington’s character as a mixed urban area with a history of industrial decline, where social cohesion and economic opportunities may influence crime trends.

January 2025 marked a 15.1% monthly decline in Accrington’s crime rate, driven by sharp drops in robbery (-80%) and theft from the person (-50%). These decreases, though significant, were offset by alarming increases in possession of weapons (+300%) and other crime (+50%), suggesting evolving patterns in illicit activity. The breakdown reveals a stark imbalance: violence and sexual offences (3.4 per 1,000) are 35% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (3.2 per 1,000) is 227% above. This disparity points to a concentration of violent and disorderly crimes in public spaces, possibly linked to local factors such as community tensions or under-resourced support services. Vehicle crime fell 46.7% to 8 incidents, a figure 51% below the UK average, which may reflect reduced commuter traffic or improved security measures. Residents should be aware that while overall crime is down, the rise in weapon possession and other unspecified crimes signals a need for vigilance in community safety strategies.

Accrington’s crime rate in January 2025 (11.0 per 1,000) fell 15.1% from the previous month’s rate of 13.0, marking a notable shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, 13 crimes were reported each day in January—a figure that, while lower than the prior month, remains significantly higher than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against Accrington’s population of 36,258, this translates to a daily crime count that is high compared to national benchmarks. The decline from December’s rate may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours limiting opportunities for certain crimes. However, the persistent gap between Accrington’s rates and the UK average—particularly in violent and anti-social crimes—suggests structural challenges requiring targeted interventions. Residents should note that while the overall trend is downward, the area remains a priority for local authorities due to its elevated crime profile relative to the rest of the country.