Prescot Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

September 2024 marked a continued decline in Prescot’s overall crime rate, falling to 6.8 per 1,000 residents — 11.7% below the UK average of 7.7. This represents a 20.5% drop from the previous month’s rate of 8.6, reflecting a broader trend of reduced criminal activity in the built-up area. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 42.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.6%) and public order issues (11.3%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics as back-to-school activities and university freshers’ week may have influenced interactions in public spaces. The area’s relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates (3.3% and 5.1% of total crimes respectively) suggest that property-related offences remain less prevalent compared to other UK regions. However, public order and criminal damage offences were higher than UK averages, with the latter 43% above the national rate. This may be linked to Prescot’s character as a mixed-use area with active community spaces, where disputes and vandalism could be more visible. The seasonal context of shorter evenings and increased foot traffic in retail areas may also have contributed to a rise in public order incidents.

September 2024 saw a sharp increase in robbery, with three incidents reported — a 100% rise from zero in August. This spike, though small in absolute terms, contrasts with a 60% drop in burglary cases, which fell from five to two. Shoplifting rates also declined by 51.7%, from 29 to 14, potentially reflecting seasonal shifts as retail activity wanes after the summer months. While violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type (2.9 per 1,000), they were 11% above the UK average, suggesting localised pressures in this category. Conversely, shoplifting and other theft offences were both 41% and 62% below UK averages respectively, indicating stronger community policing or retail security measures in Prescot. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate (1.0 per 1,000) was 15% below the UK average, possibly due to effective local initiatives or lower population density in certain zones. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal rhythms and local enforcement efforts, with residents likely noticing fewer property crimes but more visible public order issues in recent months.

Prescot’s September 2024 crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents marked a significant improvement from the previous month’s 8.6, representing a 20.5% decrease. This downward trend suggests that recent policing strategies or community engagement efforts may be yielding results. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately nine crimes per day — a figure that, while manageable, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 147 residents, a statistic that provides context for individual risk levels. When compared to the UK average, Prescot’s overall rate remains 11.7% lower, reinforcing its position as a relatively safer area within the broader national context. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while crime is present, its frequency is proportionally lower than in many other parts of the country. This could reflect Prescot’s character as a built-up area within Knowsley, where targeted interventions and community cohesion may contribute to reduced crime rates. However, the disparity in specific categories — such as public order offences being 43% above the UK average — indicates areas for further focus, particularly in managing local tensions and ensuring consistent enforcement across all crime types.