Accrington Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Accrington’s crime profile in May 2025, accounting for 31.8% of all reported crimes and 38% above the UK average. This category, which includes assault, domestic abuse, and sexual harassment, is likely driven by the area’s built-up character and the social interactions that occur in urban environments. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, rose to 154% above the UK average, with 131 incidents recorded. This may reflect the pressures of densely populated areas, where noise complaints, vandalism, and public disorder are more prevalent. The overall crime rate of 12.3 per 1,000 residents places Accrington significantly above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. Seasonal factors in May, such as bank holidays and extended daylight hours, may have influenced crime patterns, with longer evenings increasing opportunities for alcohol-fuelled incidents. However, a direct link between these factors and the observed trends, though they may contribute to the context. The breakdown also shows that criminal damage and arson rose by 33% above the UK average, a trend that could be linked to the area’s industrial heritage or the presence of older infrastructure. These findings underscore the importance of addressing both immediate and systemic issues to reduce crime in the area.

May 2025 saw a 200% increase in robbery, with incidents rising from one to three. This sharp rise, though statistically small in absolute terms, warrants attention given its potential impact on community safety. Conversely, other crime dropped by 50.0%, from 18 to 9, suggesting possible improvements in addressing non-specific offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, contributing 31.8% of total incidents and 38% above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also spiked, at 154% above the UK average, with 131 incidents recorded. This category’s prominence may be linked to the area’s urban density and the social dynamics of public spaces. Possession of weapons rose by 100.0%, from five to ten, a figure that is 275% above the UK average and raises questions about local enforcement and community engagement. For residents, the daily crime rate of 14 incidents remains a tangible reminder of the area’s ongoing challenges with public safety.

Accrington’s crime rate in May 2025 dropped by 21.0% compared to April 2025, falling from 15.5 to 12.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as May’s bank holidays and extended daylight hours may have shifted social activity indoors or reduced opportunities for certain crimes. Locally, the average resident faced roughly one reported crime for every 82 people over the month, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on daily life. On a daily basis, 14 crimes were recorded each day in Accrington, a rate that reflects the area’s built-up nature and higher population density compared to rural regions. This daily context is critical for residents assessing local safety, though it does not directly compare to UK-wide daily figures. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate remains elevated, the month-on-month reduction suggests potential effectiveness in local policing strategies or seasonal factors influencing crime trends.