Rishton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rishton’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 13.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This relatively low rate suggests that, on a per-capita basis, residents face a lower everyday risk of encountering crime than the national average. The most common category of crime was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 52.4% of all reported crimes—over 28% higher than the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 23.8% of total crimes and remaining 42% above the UK rate. These figures may reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where high foot traffic and community interactions can sometimes lead to conflicts. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime patterns: the timing of Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping may have contributed to spikes in public order offences and shoplifting, while colder weather and shorter evenings could have reduced opportunities for vandalism and arson. Despite these localized fluctuations, the overall crime profile remains stable, with property crimes making up only 19% of the total. This balance between violent and property crime is notable, as it contrasts with many UK areas where property crime dominates. The data also highlights that certain categories—such as criminal damage, shoplifting, and vehicle crime—are significantly below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be playing a role in deterring these types of offences. For residents, the crime rate translates to a relatively low probability of encountering crime in daily life, though targeted areas such as high-traffic zones or nightlife venues may require heightened awareness.

November saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting, vehicle crime, and public order offences each doubling from October levels. This increase may be linked to Black Friday shopping activity and the timing of Bonfire Night, which can draw larger crowds to public spaces. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by two-thirds, possibly due to reduced vandalism opportunities during colder weather or increased community patrols. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 41.2%, though this category remains 42% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 52.4% of all crimes—were 28% higher than the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local social dynamics or policing priorities. Residents should be particularly aware of the persistent overrepresentation of violent crime, which remains a key focus for local authorities.

Rishton's crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 36.4% compared to October, falling from 9.9 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area 13.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a position that has likely been reinforced by seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic during Bonfire Night. On a daily basis, 1.4 crimes were reported per day in November, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively stable environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 158 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average for similar built-up areas. This statistic suggests that, despite localized spikes in specific categories like violence and anti-social behaviour, the overall risk to residents remains proportionally lower than in many other parts of the country. The population context further reinforces this: with 6,645 residents, the area’s crime profile indicates that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives, though targeted areas may see higher concentrations of certain offences.