Oswaldtwistle Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Oswaldtwistle's crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 43.7% of all reported incidents—a rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents, 36% above the UK average. This category's prominence likely reflects the area's built-up character and the influence of seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which typically sees spikes in alcohol-related incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, reached 1.9 per 1,000 residents, 79% above the UK average, possibly exacerbated by the proximity of retail hubs and the transition into the winter season. The overall crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents places Oswaldtwistle 9.6% above the UK average, a figure that, while concerning, remains within the context of similar areas in the North West. Property crimes, though lower in proportion, still contributed 17 incidents, with burglary and shoplifting showing contrasting trends—burglary was 100% above the UK average, while shoplifting was 5% below. This divergence may be explained by the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces, where retail premises are more vulnerable to theft but residential properties face higher burglary risks due to limited security measures. The month's dark evenings and the timing of Black Friday shopping may have also influenced the distribution of crimes, with opportunities for anti-social behaviour and violent incidents increasing during periods of reduced visibility and heightened social activity.

November 2025 saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from two to four incidents—a spike that may be linked to increased traffic during the festive shopping period. Burglary also rose by 25%, reflecting a 100% increase over the UK average rate. Conversely, public order offences fell by 57.1%, possibly influenced by the early onset of darker evenings reducing opportunities for such incidents. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.7% of total crimes, were 36% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge for local authorities. Anti-social behaviour remained significantly elevated, with rates 79% above the national average, tied to the area's built-up nature and seasonal events like Bonfire Night. These shifts underscore the combination of local demographics and seasonal factors in shaping crime patterns.

Oswaldtwistle's crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 14.5% compared to the previous month, falling from 9.4 to 8.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline, while modest, suggests a potential stabilisation in local crime trends after a period of fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for residents. When scaled to the population of 8,833, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 124 residents—a metric that highlights the proportion of the community affected over the course of the month. This rate, though slightly above the UK average, remains within a range consistent with similar built-up areas in the North West. The reduction in crime may reflect seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and the winding down of Black Friday shopping activity, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.