Great Harwood Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Great Harwood, 9 crimes were recorded in March 2023, placing the area 18.4% above the UK average of 7.6. This translates to a monthly risk of one reported crime for roughly every 111 residents. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.3% of total), anti-social behaviour (29.3%), and vehicle crime (15.2%). These figures suggest a combination of local demographics and environmental factors. The transition to spring, with evenings lengthening after the clocks changed, may have contributed to increased outdoor activity, potentially influencing crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.9 per 1,000, were 6% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour rates—160% above the UK average—highlight a significant local challenge. Vehicle crime, at 1.4 per 1,000, was 192% above the UK average, linked to the area's commuter routes or parking infrastructure. In contrast, criminal damage and arson were 17% below the UK average, and public order offences were 53% below, suggesting lower levels of disorder in certain contexts. These trends align with the characteristics of a built-up area within Hyndburn, where commercial activity and residential density may influence crime distribution.

March 2023 saw anti-social behaviour rates in Great Harwood reach 2.7 per 1,000, 160% above the UK average. This category accounted for nearly a third of all reported crimes, raising questions about local community dynamics and policing effectiveness. Vehicle crime, at 1.4 per 1,000, was 192% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 0.5 per 1,000. This could indicate vulnerabilities in parking security or vehicle storage practices. Meanwhile, burglary and shoplifting were both below UK averages, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (39% below) and shoplifting at 0.3 per 1,000 (39% below), suggesting lower risks in residential areas. The crime mix shifted slightly towards property-related offences, with property crimes (34 total) making up 34.3% of the total, compared to 32 violent crimes. This balance may reflect the area's mix of commercial and residential spaces, where anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime are more prevalent than other categories. Residents might find the anti-social behaviour statistics particularly relevant, as these incidents often impact quality of life more directly than other crime types.

In March 2023, Great Harwood experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally significant, must be contextualised within the area's population of 10,955. Over the course of the month, this translated to a monthly exposure rate of one crime per 111 residents. Comparing this to the UK average of 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, Great Harwood's rate of 9.0 per 1,000 indicates an 18.4% higher risk of encountering crime than the national average. This disparity is most pronounced in anti-social behaviour, where the local rate was 2.7 per 1,000—more than double the UK average of 1.0. For residents, this means a greater likelihood of encountering disturbances or disruptions in public spaces compared to other parts of the UK. The daily crime figure of 3 incidents offers a tangible reference point: over the course of a typical week, this equates to roughly 21 crimes, a rate that could influence perceptions of safety. While the UK average includes a broader range of urban and rural areas, Great Harwood's built-up nature and specific local challenges may explain its higher-than-average rates for certain categories. This comparison underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where local conditions diverge from national trends.