Hyndburn Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

June 2025 marked a period of mixed trends in Hyndburn’s crime profile, with reductions in certain categories offsetting rises in others. Possession of weapons fell by 75% compared to May, a decline likely tied to increased police presence in known hotspots during the early summer months. This reduction, combined with a 50% drop in theft from the person, suggests improved community engagement or heightened awareness among residents during the long daylight hours typical of June. However, the overall crime rate of 11.2 per 1,000 residents—38.3% above the UK average of 8.1—reveals persistent challenges in maintaining public safety. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 35.3% of all reported crimes, a figure 40% higher than the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 30.5% of total crimes, was 139% above the UK average, indicating a need for targeted interventions in areas prone to such incidents. Seasonal factors may have played a role, with the start of summer influencing patterns of alcohol-fuelled disputes and public order issues. While the longer days may deter some crimes, the data suggests that underlying social and economic factors continue to shape the local crime profile. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime and drugs-related offences—both below UK averages—hints at a community with fewer issues related to transportation hubs or illicit drug trade.

June 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types across Hyndburn, with some categories rising sharply while others declined. Shoplifting increased by 67.6% compared to May, jumping from 37 to 62 incidents. This surge may reflect the start of the summer retail season, with more foot traffic in town centres and shopping areas. Concurrently, burglary rose by 42.9%, from 28 to 40 cases, linked to increased property values or targeted thefts during the warmer months. Violence and sexual offences also climbed by 11.1%, though this increase was relatively modest compared to other categories. Conversely, several crimes showed marked declines: possession of weapons fell by 75%, a drop that may be attributed to routine police patrols or community outreach efforts. Theft from the person halved, from two to one incident, a reduction that could indicate improved personal security measures or fewer opportunities for such crimes during the day. Anti-social behaviour remained high, at 139% above the UK average, suggesting a need for more focused interventions in areas with high concentrations of these incidents. Public order offences were 15% below the UK average, indicating that some aspects of community management may be functioning effectively. These contrasting trends highlight the complexity of addressing crime in a mixed urban-rural area like Hyndburn, where seasonal and local factors interact in unpredictable ways.

Hyndburn’s crime rate in June 2025 rose to 11.2 per 1,000 residents, a 3.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 10.8. This upward trend, though modest, underscores the area’s continued struggle to match the UK average. On a daily basis, 32 crimes were reported across the district, translating to roughly one incident for every 89 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure—while providing a snapshot of the area’s crime burden—does not account for variations in daily patterns, which may be influenced by factors such as weekends or school holidays. When compared to the UK average, Hyndburn’s violent crime rate was particularly striking, with violence and sexual offences at 4.0 per 1,000 (40% above the UK average) and anti-social behaviour at 3.4 per 1,000 (139% above). These figures suggest that the local context—whether due to demographics, geography, or socioeconomic factors—creates conditions where such crimes are more likely to occur. However, some categories, such as public order offences and drug-related crimes, performed better than the UK average, indicating that not all aspects of the local crime profile are aligned with national trends. The population context is also critical: with 86,058 residents, the absolute number of crimes (966) may seem high, but the rate per capita places Hyndburn in a broader comparative context that requires nuanced interpretation.