Linthwaite and Slaithwaite Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Linthwaite and Slaithwaite's crime rate for June 2025 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 21% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, conceals a combination of rising and falling crime types that warrant closer examination. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 48.5% of all reported incidents, a share that remained 8% above the UK average. Public order offences surged dramatically, increasing by 166.7% compared to the previous month, a trend that may be linked to the area's seasonal rhythms as summer began. Vehicle crime, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 62% above the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local parking infrastructure or heightened traffic during the summer months. The seasonal context of June—the start of the longest days and the beginning of tourism in nearby coastal areas—may have influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic and social activity contributing to the rise in public order incidents. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the sharp increase in specific categories highlights the need for targeted community awareness and policing strategies. The contrast between rising public order and vehicle crime and the declines in other theft and anti-social behaviour illustrates the uneven nature of crime trends in the area. This divergence may reflect changes in local demographics, such as an influx of transient populations during the summer, or shifts in policing focus that have temporarily reduced certain types of crime. The data underscores the importance of understanding the specific drivers behind these fluctuations, whether they stem from environmental factors, socioeconomic changes, or the seasonal dynamics of the region.

June 2025 saw a stark increase in public order offences, surging by 166.7% to 8 incidents from 3 in May. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in both criminal damage and arson and vehicle crime, signals a troubling shift in community safety. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most prevalent category (48.5% of all crimes), remained 8% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in addressing interpersonal crime. Meanwhile, vehicle crime's 62% excess over the UK average underscores a vulnerability in local infrastructure or parking practices. The decrease in other theft (-71.4%) and anti-social behaviour (-50%) offers some respite, but these declines must be weighed against the sharper rises in other categories. Residents should be particularly alert to public order issues, which have more than doubled in just one month, suggesting a possible link to increased summer activity or transient populations in the area.

Linthwaite and Slaithwaite's crime rate rose by 24.6% from 5.2 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents in June 2025, marking a notable shift from the previous month's figures. This increase, while still below the UK average, highlights a growing trend in certain categories. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in community spaces. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 156 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. This statistic, though seemingly modest, reflects the cumulative impact of specific crime types. The population context further illustrates that even minor fluctuations in crime rates can have tangible effects on residents' perceptions of safety. By comparing this monthly exposure to broader national trends, it becomes clear that Linthwaite and Slaithwaite's crime profile remains distinct, shaped by its unique demographic and geographic characteristics.