Prescot Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Prescot’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 3.9% reduction below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure represents a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime in the area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (42.6%), followed by public order (13.5%) and anti-social behaviour (12.8%). The dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences typically constitute a smaller proportion of total reports. This imbalance may be influenced by Prescot’s position as a commuter town within Knowsley, where higher foot traffic and public spaces could contribute to increased incidents of assault and harassment. Seasonal factors also played a role, with the Easter holiday period likely driving a temporary uptick in public order issues and alcohol-related disputes. However, the overall rate of property crimes, including burglary and vehicle theft, remained well below the UK average, suggesting that local security measures and community engagement initiatives may be effective in deterring such offences. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and criminal damage may indicate successful community policing strategies, though the 21% above-average rate for violence and sexual offences underscores areas for continued focus. Spring weather, with its increased outdoor activity, may have influenced the distribution of crime types, as more people in public spaces could both increase opportunities for offenders and heighten the visibility of incidents. This month’s data reinforces the importance of targeted interventions in high-risk categories while maintaining the positive trends in property crime reduction.

April 2024 saw notable reductions in several crime categories, including a 37% decrease in drug-related offences and a 43.8% drop in criminal damage and arson compared to March. These declines may reflect targeted policing efforts or seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during colder nights. Conversely, bicycle theft rose by 100%, with two incidents reported in April, a sharp increase from one in March. This spike could be linked to the Easter holiday period, when increased foot traffic and cycling activity may have created opportunities for theft. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 42.6% of all crimes. This rate was 21% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local social dynamics or the area’s proximity to transport hubs. The 50% reduction in 'other crime' suggests that efforts to address low-level disorder may have yielded results.

Prescot's crime rate in April 2024 dropped to 7.4 per 1,000 residents, a 10.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as spring weather often sees reduced outdoor crime compared to winter. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively stable security environment. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 136 residents, a ratio that places Prescot in line with similar urban centres in the UK. With a population of 40,205, the monthly exposure figure suggests that the majority of residents are not directly impacted by crime, though specific neighbourhoods may experience higher concentrations. The drop from the prior month’s rate may partly explain the reduced pressure on local policing resources.