Clayton-le-Moors Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 marked a sharp increase in crime for Clayton-le-Moors, with an overall rate of 12.3 crimes per 1,000 residents—59.7% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a significant departure from the area’s usual patterns, particularly in violent crime and anti-social behaviour. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 36.1% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (27.9%) and criminal damage and arson (12.3%). These trends align with the seasonal context of April, a month of heightened outdoor activity during the Easter period and early spring weather. While the area’s relatively low population density (9,919 residents) might typically correlate with lower crime rates, the surge in violent incidents suggests localized pressures that require closer scrutiny. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, but Clayton-le-Moors recorded 4.4 per 1,000—72% higher than the national benchmark. This discrepancy may be linked to the town’s proximity to larger urban centres, where crime patterns can spill over into surrounding areas. Anti-social behaviour, another major contributor, was 179% above the UK average, reflecting the impact of increased public gatherings during the Easter holiday. The data underscores a need to consider both seasonal factors and the broader regional context when interpreting local crime trends.

The month-on-month analysis reveals stark shifts in crime dynamics. Criminal damage and arson surged by 114.3%, rising from 7 to 15 incidents, suggesting a possible link to seasonal property neglect or targeted vandalism during the Easter period. Simultaneously, other crime categories—specifically other theft and other crime—doubled compared to March 2024, indicating a sudden increase in unclassified or emerging criminal activity. This contrast is notable against the decline in burglary (down 77.8%) and public order offences (down 14.3%), which may reflect improved community policing efforts or temporary reductions in alcohol-fuelled incidents. The violent crime category, at 44 total offences, remains high compared to the UK average, with a rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents—72% above the national figure. This raises questions about localized factors, such as the presence of transient populations or unresolved disputes in specific areas. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime both fell below UK averages, with shoplifting at 40% below (0.4 vs 0.7 per 1,000) and vehicle crime at 36% below (0.3 vs 0.5 per 1,000). These reductions could be attributed to increased foot patrols or the seasonal timing of Easter, which may have reduced opportunities for such crimes. Residents may find the 40% decrease in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests potential effectiveness of local initiatives targeting car-related thefts.

April 2024’s crime rate of 12.3 per 1,000 residents represents a 40.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.8 per 1,000, marking a concerning upward trend. This jump places the area’s monthly exposure at a level where one reported crime occurred for roughly every 81 residents, a figure that, while not extreme, highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small community. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day—a rate that, while lower than major urban centres, is higher than the national average when scaled to population size. The comparison to the UK average is particularly striking: Clayton-le-Moors’ violent crime rate (4.4 per 1,000) is 72% above the national figure, and anti-social behaviour (3.4 per 1,000) is 179% above, both of which are significantly higher than expected for a built-up area within Hyndburn. This divergence from the UK norm may be influenced by the area’s geographic position, which straddles rural and semi-urban zones, creating unique challenges in resource allocation and policing. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk of encountering violent or anti-social incidents than the average UK citizen, a disparity that warrants attention from local authorities. While the rate of burglary and public order offences has decreased, the overall upward trajectory suggests that sustained efforts are needed to address the root causes of the rising crime rates.