Bolton-le-Sands Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bolton-le-Sands’ September 2023 crime rate of 1.9 per 1,000 residents places it 76.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low crime profile for this built-up area within Lancaster. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.9% of all incidents, a category that remains 71% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This suggests that even though violent crime is the most common type reported, its frequency is markedly lower than in most parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour, the second most prevalent category, contributed 35.7% of total crimes, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—48% below the UK average. The area’s low levels of property crime, particularly vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000, 79% below UK average), further reinforce its safety record. Seasonal factors in September, including the start of the academic year and shorter evenings, may have influenced local dynamics, though the data indicates that these factors have not led to a spike in crime. The combination of a relatively small population, a low density of commercial or nightlife activity, and potentially strong community engagement could all contribute to the area’s sustained low crime rates. This profile contrasts sharply with larger urban centres, where higher concentrations of people and economic activity typically correlate with elevated crime statistics.

September 2023 saw a sharp 66.7% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 3 to 5 incidents—a category that remains 48% below the UK average. Conversely, violent crimes dropped by 40%, declining from 10 to 6, despite the back-to-school season and university freshers’ week, which typically correlate with higher levels of public disorder. Vehicle crime surged by 100%, with one incident reported in September after none in August, suggesting a potential shift in criminal activity or reporting patterns. This spike contrasts with the broader trend of property crimes remaining exceptionally low, with only 3 reported in the month—35% below the UK average for such offences. The data also reveals a notable shift in crime mix, with violent crimes now accounting for 42.9% of total incidents, compared to 35.7% for anti-social behaviour, illustrating a more balanced distribution between violent and non-violent crime types.

Bolton-le-Sands' crime rate in September 2023 fell to 1.9 per 1,000 residents, a 46.2% drop from the previous month's 3.6 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with its overall rate 76.2% below the national average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly zero crimes per day over the month—a stark contrast to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population of 7,334, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 524 residents, highlighting the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. While the UK average sees 8 crimes per 1,000 people, Bolton-le-Sands’ figure underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community factors that suppress crime, even during transitional seasons like September. This low frequency means residents are statistically less likely to encounter crime than their counterparts nationwide, though the small population size naturally limits the volume of incidents recorded.