Hyndburn Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 86,058 residents, Hyndburn recorded 918 crimes in September 2025, translating to a crime rate of 10.7 per 1,000 people—44.6% above the UK average of 7.4. This figure highlights a significant divergence from national trends, with local crime patterns shaped by seasonal dynamics and community characteristics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.2% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (28.4%) and vehicle crime (6.8%). These figures align with the area’s role as a commuter hub and mixed-use district, where high foot traffic and transient populations may contribute to persistent issues in these categories. September, a transitional month with schools reopening and university freshers arriving, likely influences crime trends. The rise in violent offences may partly reflect increased social interactions in public spaces, while anti-social behaviour could correlate with the influx of new residents. Vehicle crime remains elevated, linked to parking densities in commercial zones. The rate of criminal damage and arson fell sharply compared to the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions or community resilience in this area. As the nights draw in, the shift in activity patterns may further shape crime dynamics, requiring continued attention from local authorities.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with possession of weapons surging by 140% (5 to 12 incidents) and bicycle theft doubling (1 to 2). These increases may reflect heightened awareness or reporting during the university freshers’ period, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 75% (4 to 1), potentially due to seasonal changes in pedestrian activity or targeted police efforts. The crime mix also shifted significantly: violent offences (351) now constitute 38.2% of all crimes, a marked increase from the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (59% above). Anti-social behaviour, at 3.0 per 1,000, remains 156% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in community cohesion or enforcement. Vehicle crime (0.7 per 1,000) is 75% above the UK rate, likely driven by commuter parking congestion. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 48.1% (81 to 42), a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 (6% below). This decline may indicate successful community engagement initiatives or seasonal factors, though further analysis is required to confirm. Residents might find the 44.6% gap from the UK average concerning, particularly given the elevated rates of violent and anti-social crimes.

September 2025 marked an 11.4% decrease in Hyndburn’s crime rate compared to the previous month (12.0 to 10.7 per 1,000), a shift that may reflect seasonal adjustments as the area transitions from summer to autumn. On a daily basis, the district experienced approximately 31 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent nature of local crime despite the monthly decline. When scaled to the population, this equates to one reported crime for roughly every 94 residents over the course of the month—a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively compact area. While this monthly exposure is higher than the UK average, the 11.4% reduction from August suggests that targeted efforts or natural fluctuations may have temporarily curbed activity. The comparison to the UK average also reveals stark disparities: Hyndburn’s violent crime rate (4.1 per 1,000) is 59% above the national figure, and anti-social behaviour (3.0 per 1,000) is 156% above. These gaps may reflect local socioeconomic factors, such as higher concentrations of transient populations or limited community resources. However, the decline in criminal damage and arson (0.5 per 1,000, 6% below UK average) offers a counterpoint, indicating that some crime categories may be more responsive to local interventions. For residents, the daily crime count and monthly exposure figures provide a tangible sense of the ongoing challenges, even as the overall rate shows a slight downward trend.