Clayton-le-Moors Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Clayton-le-Moors recorded a crime rate of 10.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 47.3% above the UK average of 7.4. This disparity underscores a distinct local profile, where violent crime—particularly violence and sexual offences—dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 35.2% of all incidents. This figure contrasts sharply with property crimes, which made up 29.6% of the total, reflecting a shift in the area’s crime balance. The dominance of violent crime may be influenced by seasonal factors, as September marks the return to school and university freshers’ week, which can heighten social interactions and potential conflicts in local areas. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, remained significantly elevated, with 32 cases reported—174% above the UK average. This could be attributed to the area’s built-up nature within Hyndburn, where higher population density and community activity may contribute to such incidents. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson saw a 25% decrease from August, though they still exceeded the UK average by 70%. The seasonal context of September, with nights drawing in and the academic year beginning, likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. Residents may find the elevated rates of violent crime and anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as these categories often have more immediate and visible impacts on community safety. The data suggests that while property crime remains a persistent issue, the current focus should be on addressing the rising levels of violence and disorder, which may require targeted community engagement and policing strategies.

September 2025 marked a notable shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes accounting for 35.2% of all reported incidents—surpassing property crimes for the first time this year. This dominance of violent crime, particularly in the form of violence and sexual offences (38 cases), reflects a 47% increase above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (32 cases) remained the second most common offence. from August. The most striking month-on-month change was a 500% surge in burglary, with six incidents reported in September compared to just one in August. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the return of students and increased foot traffic in local areas. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 133.3%, potentially influenced by the start of the academic year and increased vehicle movement. Conversely, other crime decreased by 50%, and anti-social behaviour dropped significantly, suggesting that targeted interventions or natural fluctuations may have contributed to this reduction. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area and the need for ongoing monitoring.

Clayton-le-Moors' crime rate in September 2025 stood at 10.9 per 1,000 residents, a 2.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.2. This slight decline contrasts with the area’s overall position, which remains 47.3% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day, a figure that reflects the density of incidents in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 92 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within a tight-knit community. While the reduction from August suggests a potential stabilisation in crime trends, the persistent gap above the UK average underscores ongoing challenges in maintaining safety. The monthly exposure metric, though not directly comparable to national figures, offers residents a tangible sense of risk: a resident could expect to encounter a crime roughly once every 92 people in the area. This statistic, combined with the slight downward trend, may indicate that local initiatives or seasonal factors have had a modest impact on crime levels, though sustained efforts will be needed to close the gap with national benchmarks.