Clayton-le-Moors Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Clayton-le-Moors' crime rate in May 2023 stood at 9.3 per 1,000 residents, 16.3% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This places the built-up area within Hyndburn in a position of relative concern compared to national trends, though the overall figure remains within the range of typical urban crime rates. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 30.4% of all reported incidents—28 cases in total. This category's rate of 2.8 per 1,000 is 111% above the UK average, suggesting a particular challenge in managing community disturbances. Violence and sexual offences followed at 22 cases (23.9% of total).2 per 1,000 is 21% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The seasonal context of May—marked by bank holidays, extended daylight hours, and increased outdoor socialising—may partly explain the higher rates of anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. These factors could contribute to a spike in incidents during peak social hours, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or commercial activity. While the area's crime profile shows some divergence from the UK average, the most significant disparity lies in the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and property-related offences, which may reflect local social dynamics or enforcement priorities.

Vehicle crime in May 2023 rose 140% compared to April, jumping from 5 to 12 incidents. This increase, which places the category 167% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, may reflect heightened traffic activity or changes in local enforcement. Shoplifting also saw a 100% increase, with two incidents reported in May compared to none in April, though this remains 59% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 21.4%, declining from 28 to 22 cases—a reduction that aligns with the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime category, remained 111% above the UK average at 2.8 per 1,000, highlighting ongoing challenges in managing community disturbances. These shifts suggest a combination of local enforcement efforts and seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity during May's longer evenings.

Clayton-le-Moors' crime rate in May 2023 rose to 9.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16.6% increase from April's 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area 16.3% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a gap that widened compared to the previous month. Over the 31 days of May, the area recorded an average of 3 crimes per day, a figure that may reflect seasonal patterns such as extended evenings and increased social activity. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 108 residents, a ratio that translates to a 1-in-108 chance of being directly affected by crime in a given month. This rate is higher than the UK average, though the area's population of 9,919 means the absolute number of crimes (92) remains relatively low in absolute terms. The shift from April to May suggests a possible correlation with May's bank holidays and longer daylight hours, which may contribute to increased outdoor activity and associated risks.