Hyndburn Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 saw Hyndburn's overall crime rate reach 11.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 46.8% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The balance between property and violent crime shifted sharply, with violent crimes (334 incidents) accounting for 34.4% of all reported crimes, compared to property crimes (272 incidents) at 28.1%. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences constitute 2.6 per 1,000 (34.4% of Hyndburn’s total), a figure 52% above the national rate. Anti-social behaviour, at 3.2 per 1,000, was 162% above the UK average, reflecting a pattern often seen in areas with mixed urban and rural characteristics where community cohesion may be strained. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the spike in violent crime, as Easter activities and spring weather increased outdoor interactions. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime remained relatively stable, with shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) just 4% above the UK average, suggesting retail areas maintain consistent security measures. The data illustrates a combination of local demographics and external seasonal pressures, with violent crime emerging as a defining concern for the month.

April 2024 marked an 8.3% increase in Hyndburn’s crime rate compared to March, driven by a 200% surge in 'other crime' (from 8 to 24 incidents) and a 150% rise in bicycle theft (from 2 to 5). This spike in 'other crime' may partly explain the broader shift in crime balance, as categories like anti-social behaviour (3.2 per 1,000) remained 162% above the UK average. Violent crime, however, saw a more nuanced pattern: while violence and sexual offences (3.9 per 1,000) were 52% above the UK average, burglary fell by 35.7% (from 42 to 27), potentially reflecting improved home security measures or seasonal changes in criminal activity. The contrast between property and violent crime is stark, with violent crime comprising 34.4% of all incidents, compared to 28.1% for property crime. This imbalance may be linked to the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where public areas could amplify opportunities for interpersonal conflict. Residents may find the 200% increase in 'other crime' particularly noteworthy, as it suggests emerging issues not captured by traditional categories.

Hyndburn’s crime rate in April 2024 (11.3 per 1,000) represented an 8.3% increase from March’s 10.4 per 1,000, highlighting a growing trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 32 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 89 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while consistent with previous months, underscores the frequency of crime in a population of 86,058. The local rate remains significantly higher than the UK average, with violent crime alone 52% above the national figure. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 11.3 per 1,000 rate means that, on average, a resident in Hyndburn faces a higher probability of encountering crime than someone in most parts of the UK. This disparity may be attributed to factors such as the area’s density, economic conditions, or the presence of high-risk demographics. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that certain categories, like anti-social behaviour, are concentrated in Hyndburn, suggesting localized challenges that may require targeted interventions.