Bailrigg Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Bailrigg recorded 12 crimes across a population of 5,649 residents, translating to a crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000—a figure that places the area 70.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relative safety, though the data reveals a nuanced picture. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41.7% of all incidents, followed by burglary (16.7%) and other theft (8.3%). These figures align with Bailrigg’s character as a built-up area within Lancaster, where community interactions and local infrastructure may influence crime trends. The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the lower prevalence of violent and outdoor-related crimes. However, the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to January suggests a potential rise in community-level tensions or unaddressed local issues. While burglary and bicycle theft exceed UK averages, the overall rate remains remarkably low, indicating that factors such as effective policing, community engagement, or environmental design may play a role in maintaining safety. This data, when contextualized with the area’s demographics and geography, illustrates an area where crime is both rare and managed compared to national benchmarks.

February 2024 saw significant month-on-month changes in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 100% to 5 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in burglary and other theft, suggests a shift in local dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, now the most common crime type, remains 14% below the UK average, while burglary exceeds the national rate by 33%. Violent crime fell sharply, with violence and sexual offences dropping by two-thirds to 1 incident. Bicycle theft also declined by 50%, though it still outpaces the UK average by 233%. These fluctuations may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity in winter, which could explain lower levels of violent and vehicle-related crime. The data also highlights Bailrigg’s unique position: while property crimes like burglary are higher than average, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK’s, pointing to localized factors that mitigate broader trends.

Bailrigg’s crime rate in February 2024 rose by 49.3% from the previous month, climbing from 1.4 to 2.1 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the daily crime context reveals a starkly low frequency: 12 crimes reported over 29 days equate to roughly 0 crimes per day, highlighting the area’s overall safety. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for every 471 residents, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Bailrigg’s rate remains 70.4% below, a gap that persists despite the recent uptick. The population-scaled perspective offers reassurance: even with the rise, the number of crimes per resident remains exceptionally low, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or environmental design—may contribute to the area’s continued safety. This contrast with the UK average, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and burglary, further illustrates Bailrigg’s distinct crime profile.