Bailrigg Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Bailrigg during June 2024 reveals a distinct profile shaped by the area's built-up character within Lancaster. Anti-social behaviour (46.7% of total crimes) emerged as the dominant category, significantly outpacing other types such as violence and sexual offences (20.0%) and burglary (13.3%). This balance contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes typically constitute a larger share. The area's overall crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents — 67.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000 — underscores its relatively secure environment. Seasonal factors may have influenced this mix, as June marks the beginning of summer, when increased foot traffic and outdoor activity could contribute to anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of major violent crimes aligns with Bailrigg's likely status as a quieter, more residential part of Lancaster, where crime tends to be concentrated in non-violent, low-impact categories. The UK comparison highlights a broader trend: built-up areas within larger cities often exhibit lower crime rates than their urban counterparts, due to smaller populations and less dense social networks. This pattern is reinforced by the fact that property crimes (7 incidents) and public order offences (1 incident) together account for 60% of all reported crimes, reflecting a focus on non-violent, community-level issues.

June saw a striking 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, with 7 incidents reported — a sharp contrast to the previous month's zero cases. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in bicycle theft, suggests a shift in local dynamics during the summer months. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 40%, potentially reflecting seasonal changes in public activity patterns. The crime mix reveals a notable disparity: anti-social behaviour (46.7% of all crimes) dominates over violent crimes (20.0%), a balance that diverges from the UK average where violence typically holds a larger share. Bicycle theft, though minimal in absolute numbers, is 122% above the UK average, hinting at specific local vulnerabilities. For residents, the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour is a key data point to monitor, particularly as summer activities intensify.

Bailrigg's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 20.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.4 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with the area's historically low crime profile, which has consistently placed it far below the UK average. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 377 residents — a figure that translates to a low monthly exposure for local residents. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day, reflecting the area's generally secure environment. When scaled to population size, the 15 total crimes reported in June represent a minimal risk for individuals living or working in Bailrigg. This pattern contrasts sharply with larger urban centres where crime rates are significantly higher, underscoring the area's distinct character as a relatively quiet built-up zone within Lancaster.