Oswaldtwistle Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

June 2023 marked a significant shift in Oswaldtwistle’s crime profile, with shoplifting, robbery, and drug-related offences all surging by 100% compared to May. This unexpected rise in these categories stands in stark contrast to a 50% decline in criminal damage and arson, suggesting a combination of seasonal and local factors. The area’s overall crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents remained 7.1% below the UK average, a position that reflects the built-up nature of Oswaldtwistle as a smaller, more tightly-knit community within Hyndburn. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.1% of all crimes, making them the most prevalent category.9 per 1,000 was only 1% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.4 per 1,000, was 62% higher than the national average, a statistic that may be tied to the area’s proximity to larger urban centres and the increased foot traffic during summer months. Vehicle crime, meanwhile, saw a notable 33.3% decrease, linked to the quieter summer weekends and reduced reliance on public transport. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of the summer and the longest days—may have influenced patterns, with some crimes rising in tandem with increased outdoor activity and others declining due to changes in routine. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the sharp increases in shoplifting and robbery highlight a need for closer attention to retail and community safety measures in the coming months.

June 2023 saw three crime types surge by 100% compared to May: shoplifting, robbery, and drugs. This spike in shoplifting—rising from zero to four incidents—contrasts sharply with a 50% drop in criminal damage and arson, which fell from six to three. The increase in shoplifting may reflect summer retail activity, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Anti-social behaviour remained 62% above the UK average, a persistent challenge in the area. Vehicle crime also saw a 33.3% decline, likely linked to reduced public transport use during the summer months. The rate of public order offences was 70% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the area’s relatively quiet community dynamics despite the rise in other categories.

Oswaldtwistle's crime rate in June 2023 fell to 7.9 per 1,000 residents, a 14.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 9.3 per 1,000. This drop aligns with the summer season, when tourism in nearby coastal areas typically peaks, potentially diverting attention from local crime. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of two crimes reported each day, a figure that remains consistent with prior months but lower than the UK average. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 126 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low level of risk compared to larger urban centres. The population of 8,833 means that the impact of individual crimes is amplified locally, though the overall rate remains below the UK average. This contrast may reflect the area’s smaller size and less dense population, which could limit opportunities for certain types of crime.