Accrington Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Accrington’s crime rate of 13.7 per 1,000 residents placed it 69.1% above the UK average, underscoring a marked divergence from national trends. The most striking feature of the data was the dominance of violent crime, which accounted for 35.2% of all incidents—nearly double the share of property crimes (7.2% for shoplifting, 5.6% for burglary, and 4.2% for vehicle crime). This imbalance suggests a shift in criminal activity, potentially influenced by the start of summer and the associated increase in social interactions. The Violence and sexual offences category alone was 68% above the UK average, with 175 incidents reported, while anti-social behaviour followed closely at 26.4% of total crimes—154% above the UK rate. Seasonal factors may contribute to this pattern, as longer daylight hours and warmer weather often correlate with higher rates of outdoor crime and alcohol-related incidents. However, a direct causal link between these conditions and the observed trends. The area’s built-up character within Hyndburn likely plays a role, with mixed-use spaces and public areas amplifying opportunities for both violent and anti-social behaviour. While property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting saw modest shares, their absolute numbers rose sharply, reflecting a growing concern for residents. This snapshot highlights the need for targeted measures to address the disproportionate rise in violent offences, which may require a combination of community engagement, increased policing in high-risk areas, and environmental strategies to deter crime.

June 2025 marked a sharp rise in burglary, robbery, and bicycle theft, each doubling compared to May. This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with a notable decline in possession of weapons, which fell by 80%, and a 17.4% reduction in other theft. The violent crime category, however, remained dominant, accounting for 35.2% of all incidents—68% above the UK average. This shift in the crime mix, with violent offences outpacing property crimes, may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as increased social gatherings or outdoor activity during summer. For residents, the doubling of burglaries is a specific concern, as it suggests vulnerabilities in home security or heightened opportunistic crime. The anti-social behaviour category, contributing 26.4% of total crimes, also remains significantly above the UK average, indicating ongoing challenges with community disorder.

Accrington’s crime rate in June 2025 rose to 13.7 per 1,000 residents, an 11.9% increase from May’s 12.3 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Daily crime activity in June averaged 17 incidents, reflecting a persistent local challenge. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 73 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 36,258. While the rate has risen, the population context shows that the impact is distributed across a community size typical of a built-up area. Comparing this to previous months, the shift in crime patterns—particularly the rise in violent offences—suggests potential seasonal or situational factors at play, such as increased social activity during the summer months. This monthly exposure figure, though stark, provides a tangible measure of risk for residents.