Hyndburn Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hyndburn’s crime rate in February 2025 reached 9.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.3% above the UK average of 6.7. This figure, while higher than the national benchmark, aligns with the area’s historical trend of elevated crime rates. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 28.4% and shoplifting at 7.9%. These patterns reflect a mix of urban and suburban characteristics typical of many local authority districts, where high-density residential areas and commercial hubs may contribute to persistent issues with violent crime and anti-social conduct. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have influenced the overall crime profile, though the sharp increase in robbery and vehicle crime suggests other factors at play. While the area’s violence and sexual offence rate is 23% above the UK average, the anti-social behaviour rate is higher at 168%, indicating a need for focused community engagement strategies. Shoplifting, though a smaller proportion of total crime, remains 13% above the national average, a trend consistent with retail activity in the region. These figures, combined with the seasonal context, illustrate the combination of local and national dynamics that shape crime patterns in Hyndburn.

February 2025 saw a dramatic 350% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 2 to 9 cases. This sharp rise, though still small in absolute terms, highlights a sudden shift in crime patterns that may be linked to seasonal factors or local dynamics. Concurrently, vehicle crime surged by 105.9%, jumping from 17 to 35, a significant spike that could reflect increased vehicle-related activity during the winter months. These increases contrast with declines in other areas: public order offences fell by 20.5%, and violence and sexual offences dropped by 17.7%, influenced by the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity. Hyndburn’s anti-social behaviour rate remains 168% above the UK average, a persistent challenge that underscores the need for targeted interventions. Residents may find the surge in vehicle crime particularly concerning, as it could indicate vulnerabilities in local parking areas or unsecured vehicles.

Hyndburn's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 9.2 per 1,000 residents, a 4.9% decrease from the previous month’s 9.6 per 1,000. This modest decline suggests a stabilisation in local crime trends after a period of fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 28 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 109 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK average, it reflects the local context of Hyndburn, which has historically recorded crime rates above the national norm. The population of 86,058 means that each resident faces a slightly elevated risk compared to the UK average, though the rate of change from the prior month indicates a potential slowdown in criminal activity. This context is critical for residents and local authorities assessing the effectiveness of ongoing policing strategies and community initiatives.