Rishton Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile in Rishton during June 2024, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. With 36 cases recorded, this category far exceeded the UK average by 286%, highlighting a significant local challenge. Violence and sexual offences followed, contributing 31.6% of the total crime rate, though this figure was 30% above the UK average. The overall crime rate of 11.4 per 1,000 residents was 39% higher than the UK average, a disparity that reflects the area’s unique socio-economic dynamics. As a built-up area within Hyndburn, Rishton’s proximity to larger urban centres and its relatively small population may contribute to higher visibility of certain crimes, such as anti-social behaviour, which often occurs in public spaces. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of summer—may have amplified social interactions, increasing opportunities for disorderly conduct. However, the data also reveals a reduction in violent crime compared to the previous month, linked to the conclusion of the academic term and reduced youth activity in public areas. These patterns suggest that while local initiatives targeting anti-social behaviour are critical, the broader community’s response to seasonal fluctuations in crime should also be considered.

June 2024 saw a 63.6% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 22 to 36 incidents. This surge, which is 286% above the UK average, may reflect the start of the summer season and increased social activity in public spaces. Robbery cases also doubled, with one incident reported—marking a 100% month-on-month increase. This spike contrasts with a 22.6% drop in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 31 to 24 cases. While this decline may be linked to the end of the school term, the overall violent crime rate remains 30% above the UK average. Drug-related offences also rose by 100%, from two to four incidents, a trend that could be tied to seasonal shifts in illicit activity. These changes underscore the need for community-focused strategies to address anti-social behaviour and emerging drug-related issues.

Rishton’s crime rate in June 2024 fell slightly to 11.4 per 1,000 residents, a 5.0% decrease from the previous month’s 12.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the end of the school term, which may have reduced opportunities for anti-social behaviour and related incidents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately three crimes reported each day, reflecting a steady but manageable pace of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 87 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. This monthly exposure rate is consistent with other small built-up areas in the North West, where community density and limited public spaces can amplify the visibility of crime. The population of 6,645 residents means that each resident is statistically more likely to encounter crime than in larger urban areas, though the overall rate remains within the range of similar-sized communities.