Bailrigg Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bailrigg's crime profile in October 2023 was defined by an unusual spike in bicycle theft, which occurred at a rate 300% higher than the UK average. The area recorded 2 incidents of bicycle theft, compared to the national figure of 0.1 per 1,000 residents. This anomaly stands in stark contrast to the overall crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000, which remains 73.8% below the UK average of 8.0. The breakdown of incidents reveals a mix of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 33.3% of the total and criminal damage and arson making up 16.7%. The seasonal context of October — with darker evenings following the clocks going back and the approach of Halloween — may have influenced the pattern of incidents, though the low overall volume suggests that broader environmental factors, such as the area's compact nature and limited commercial activity, likely play a more significant role. The absence of a corresponding rise in property crimes during the same period further indicates that local conditions, including the built-up area's spatial characteristics, may contribute to the suppression of certain types of criminal activity. This combination of a uniquely high bicycle theft rate and consistently low overall crime figures highlights the combination of local geography, population density, and seasonal factors in shaping Bailrigg's crime profile.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 300.0% in October 2023, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This sharp increase, while unusual for the area, was accompanied by a 100.0% rise in public order offences and criminal damage and arson. The category of bicycle theft stood out as 300% above the UK average, with 2 incidents reported compared to the national rate of 0.1 per 1,000. This discrepancy may reflect local factors such as the presence of university facilities or commuter cycling routes, though the small sample size limits definitive conclusions. Meanwhile, property crimes remained relatively stable, accounting for 50% of the total incidents. For residents, the daily crime count of 0 per day (based on October's 12 total crimes) provides a tangible measure of the area's ongoing safety, despite the monthly increase in violent crime.

Bailrigg's crime rate in October 2023 rose 100.0% compared to September 2023, increasing from 1.1 to 2.1 per 1,000 residents. This jump, while significant, remains 73.8% below the UK average of 8.0. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 471 residents — a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents within this small built-up area. When scaled to daily figures, the 12 total crimes recorded in October equate to approximately 0 crimes per day, highlighting the area's consistently low crime profile despite the monthly increase. This contrast with national averages underscores the unique characteristics of Bailrigg, where the combination of a compact population and limited commercial activity may contribute to the sustained suppression of criminal activity. The absence of a corresponding rise in property crimes during the same period further suggests that the local environment and community dynamics play a key role in shaping these outcomes.