Clayton-le-Moors Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, Clayton-le-Moors, a built-up area within Hyndburn, recorded a crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.3% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of approximately three crimes per day for the area’s population of 9,919, with one in every 109 residents experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most significant contributors to the elevated rate were violence and sexual offences (38 incidents, 41.8% of total), anti-social behaviour (18 incidents, 19.8%), and burglary (13 incidents, 14.3%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to shifts in crime dynamics. The area’s crime profile contrasts sharply with the UK average, particularly in violent crimes, which are 52% higher than the national rate. Anti-social behaviour, at 94% above the UK average, suggests a need for community-focused interventions. While property crimes such as burglary and criminal damage and arson saw notable increases, other categories like vehicle crime and other theft declined, reflecting the combination of local conditions. The data highlights a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety, with the risk of violence and antisocial conduct remaining high relative to the national context. These figures, while stark, provide a foundation for understanding how local factors—such as population density, economic conditions, and seasonal rhythms—shape the area’s crime profile.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging by 600% (from 1 to 7 incidents) and burglary rising by 160% (from 5 to 13). These spikes may reflect seasonal factors, such as colder weather driving indoor activities or post-holiday disruptions. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 88.9% (from 9 to 1), potentially linked to reduced foot traffic in retail areas during the post-holiday lull. The breakdown also reveals stark disparities: violence and sexual offences remain 52% above the UK average, while public order offences are 5% below. For residents, the 35.3% gap between Clayton-le-Moors and the UK average underscores the need for targeted local strategies, particularly in addressing anti-social behaviour, which is 94% above the national rate. These figures, while stark, provide a clear snapshot of where resources may be most urgently needed.

Clayton-le-Moors' crime rate rose to 9.2 per 1,000 in January 2026, a 15.2% increase from 8.0 per 1,000 in December 2025. This brings the monthly exposure to roughly one reported crime for every 109 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in terms of local population density. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day over the 31-day period, highlighting the persistent nature of incidents. When compared to the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, Clayton-le-Moors remains 35.3% above the national rate, a gap that underscores the area’s distinct challenges. This disparity is particularly evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, which are 52% above the UK average. While some categories, such as vehicle crime, saw steep declines, the overall pattern suggests that local factors—such as social dynamics or environmental conditions—play a significant role in shaping crime trends. specific causes, but the seasonal context of January—shorter days and reduced retail activity—may influence patterns of antisocial behaviour and property crime.