Hyndburn Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Hyndburn's crime rate in February 2026 reached 9.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 48.4% above the UK average. This figure reflects a persistent challenge for the area, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile at 42.3% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 16.1%, and criminal damage and arson accounted for 6.9% of total crimes. The winter month saw a pre-spring lull in outdoor activity, which may have influenced the overall crime profile, though the rate remains significantly higher than the UK benchmark. Violence and sexual offences were 72% above the UK average, a disparity that could be linked to local factors such as community dynamics or policing strategies. The seasonal context of February—marked by cold weather and limited daylight—likely contributed to the dominance of indoor-related crimes, with anti-social behaviour and violence concentrated in urban spaces. Despite the pre-spring lull, the crime rate remains a pressing concern, particularly in violent offences and property crimes, which collectively account for 68.5% of all incidents. This pattern suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas where violence and anti-social behaviour are concentrated, even as the overall rate shows a slight decline from the previous month.

February 2026 saw a dramatic 300% increase in robbery cases, rising from 2 to 8 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 32.6% decrease in burglary, which fell from 46 to 31. The most significant swing was in bicycle theft, which doubled from 2 to 4 cases—a 100% increase. These shifts highlight a combination of property crime and violent crime trends. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 42.3% of all crimes, and were 72% above the UK average. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 25.6%, suggesting temporary reductions in public order incidents. The 66.7% rise in 'other crime' cases—now at 25—raises questions about unclassified or emerging offence types. For residents, the 300% surge in robbery is a stark warning, even as burglary rates decline.

Hyndburn's crime rate in February 2026 fell by 5.9% compared to January, declining from 10.1 to 9.5 per 1,000 residents. This marks the first monthly decrease in the past year. above the UK average. On a daily basis, 29 crimes were reported in February, reflecting a consistent level of activity despite the decline. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 106 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. With a population of 86,058, this rate underscores the persistent challenges faced by the area. While the overall rate has dipped slightly, the distribution of crime types remains skewed compared to the UK, particularly in violent and property-related offences. The decline in burglary and anti-social behaviour suggests targeted interventions may be having an effect, though the sharp rise in robbery and bicycle theft highlights emerging concerns.