Bailrigg Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bailrigg's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 69.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a built-up area within Lancaster that consistently exhibits lower crime levels than the national average, a pattern likely influenced by its relatively small population and limited commercial density. Anti-social behaviour accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (38.5%), followed by violence and sexual offences (23.1%) and other theft (15.4%). These categories align with typical patterns observed in smaller urban areas, where public order issues and minor disputes often dominate. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter holidays and spring weather—may have contributed to increased outdoor activity, potentially influencing the incidence of anti-social behaviour. While the overall crime rate remains low, the rise in possession of weapons (186% above the UK average) warrants careful monitoring, though the single reported incident in April may not indicate a broader trend. The area's low crime profile, combined with its proximity to Lancaster's larger urban centre, suggests a balance between community cohesion and the challenges of managing limited resources in a smaller built-up area.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Bailrigg, with three categories experiencing a 100% increase compared to March. Public order offences, other crime, and possession of weapons all rose from zero to one incident, marking a sharp upward trend in these areas. This contrasts with a 33.3% decrease in other theft, which fell from three to two incidents. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, contributing 38.5% of all crimes, and was 24% below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences, at 0.5 per 1,000, were 81% below the UK rate of 2.6 per 1,000. The increase in possession of weapons—186% above the UK average—raises specific concerns, though the single reported incident may be an isolated occurrence. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime trends, with some categories showing resilience against national averages while others show unexpected spikes.

Bailrigg's crime rate in April 2023 rose 17.9% compared to March 2023, increasing from 2.0 to 2.3 per 1,000 residents. Despite this upward shift, the area remains exceptionally safe relative to the UK average, with a 69.3% lower rate than the national figure of 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day in April, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 435 residents, a statistic that highlights the low likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. This monthly exposure rate, when contextualised against Bailrigg's population of 5,649, suggests that the vast majority of residents experience no crime at all during any given month. The increase in April may reflect seasonal patterns, such as the Easter holidays drawing more visitors to the area, though this remains speculative without further data.