Hyndburn Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hyndburn's December 2025 crime rate of 10.5 per 1,000 residents stands 50% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, positioning the area as a focal point for crime prevention efforts. This significant deviation from the national norm is driven by a combination of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 38.4% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 25.4% of the total crime count, while vehicle crime adds another 6.7%. These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of December, a month marked by heightened foot traffic due to Christmas shopping, extended periods of darkness, and the presence of empty homes during the holiday season. The elevated rate of violent crime, particularly in the context of a largely rural or semi-urban area, may be influenced by a combination of factors including socioeconomic challenges and limited community policing resources. The prominence of anti-social behaviour suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces, particularly in areas frequented during the festive season. Vehicle crime, though lower in proportion, remains high compared to the UK average, potentially linked to the area's infrastructure and vehicle storage practices. The seasonal context of December—characterised by reduced daylight and increased social gatherings—may further exacerbate these trends, creating conditions that are conducive to both property and violent crime. As such, the data underscores the importance of adaptive policing strategies that account for the unique rhythms and challenges of the local environment.

December 2025 saw a 350% increase in robbery, rising from 2 to 9 incidents, marking one of the most significant spikes in the dataset. This sharp rise in robbery, coupled with a 100% increase in 'other crime' (from 10 to 20) and a doubling of bicycle theft (from 0 to 2), indicates a troubling shift in criminal activity patterns. Anti-social behaviour remains the second most common crime type, with a rate of 2.7 per 1,000—190% above the UK average. This category's prevalence may be linked to the festive season, where increased social gatherings and darker evenings could contribute to higher incidents. Conversely, declines in drugs-related crime (26.3%) and possession of weapons (22.2%) suggest some areas of improvement, though these decreases are modest compared to the overall upward trend. For residents, the 350% rise in robbery is a particularly concerning figure, as it highlights a vulnerability in personal safety that may require immediate attention from local authorities.

Hyndburn's December 2025 crime rate of 10.5 per 1,000 residents represents a 10.5% increase from the previous month's 9.5 per 1,000, reflecting a growing trend. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 29 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the local community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This rate is particularly significant when considered against the UK average, which stands at 7.0 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents of Hyndburn face a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, necessitating a closer examination of local factors that may be contributing to this disparity. The increase in crime, particularly in categories such as violence and anti-social behaviour, may partly explain the elevated risk, suggesting that targeted interventions could be necessary to address these trends effectively.