Carnforth Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour remains the dominant crime category in Carnforth for June 2024, accounting for 28.6% of all reported crimes. With 8 incidents recorded, this category significantly outpaces other types, reflecting patterns often associated with densely populated built-up areas. The overall crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents places Carnforth 37.8% below the UK average of 8.2, highlighting a consistently lower-than-average risk profile for the area. This contrast with national trends is particularly notable given the presence of shoplifting at 21.4% of all crimes, which sits 77% above the UK average for that category. Seasonal factors may contribute to these dynamics, as the start of summer typically brings increased foot traffic to local amenities and retail hubs. While violent crimes account for 25.0% of the total (7 incidents), they remain 53% below the UK average, suggesting a safer environment for residents compared to other parts of the country. The breakdown also reveals a mixed picture for property-related crimes, with shoplifting driving a significant portion of the total while criminal damage and arson show an 18% deficit against the UK average. These patterns are consistent with the character of a mid-sized built-up area where community policing efforts and local infrastructure may influence crime trends differently than in larger urban centres.

June 2024 saw a 200% increase in criminal damage and arson incidents, rising from 1 to 3. This spike contrasts sharply with a 53.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 15 to 7. The drop in violent crime aligns with the UK average for this category, which is 53% below national levels. Shoplifting, however, remained a persistent concern, increasing by 20% to 6 incidents (21.4% of total crimes) and sitting 77% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour maintained its position as the most common category, with 8 incidents recorded. This aligns with the 7% above UK average for that category, suggesting local factors such as community density or event activity may be influencing patterns. Other theft incidents plummeted by 83.3%, from 6 to 1, marking a significant shift in property crime trends. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Carnforth, where targeted interventions or seasonal changes can rapidly alter the landscape. Residents may find the 77% disparity in shoplifting rates particularly relevant, as it underscores the need for continued retail security measures.

Carnforth's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 31.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000. This decline places the area's current rate well below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a gap that has widened compared to May. On a daily basis, Carnforth recorded approximately 1 crime per day in June, translating to a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 197 residents. This figure provides context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low compared to both national benchmarks and the area's historical trends. The previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000 suggests a recent shift in local crime dynamics, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as the transition from spring to summer. With a population of 5,508, the 28 total crimes reported in June represent a manageable volume for local policing resources. The 31.7% month-on-month reduction also aligns with broader UK trends of declining crime rates in built-up areas during the summer months, though Carnforth's performance remains better than the national average. This comparative advantage may reflect the area's smaller scale, which can enable more targeted policing and community engagement initiatives.