Morecambe Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Morecambe’s November 2023 crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents places it 16% above the UK average, a figure that underscores the area’s distinct challenges compared to the national profile. The crime profile is dominated by property-related offences, which account for 53.7% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the most common category, contributed 25.1% of total crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 110%. This spike may be influenced by the area’s coastal location, where transient populations and seasonal tourism can strain local resources. In contrast, violent crimes—primarily violence and sexual offences—align with the UK average, though their share (30.2%) is slightly lower than property crimes. Seasonal factors in November, including dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping, likely exacerbate anti-social behaviour and retail-related theft. However, shoplifting rates fell 9% below the UK average, possibly due to local enforcement or the nature of Morecambe’s retail sector. The interplay between these trends suggests that while property crimes dominate, the area’s violent crime profile mirrors national norms, indicating that broader societal factors may shape this aspect of the crime picture.

November 2023 saw a significant 41.5% drop in anti-social behaviour, falling from 118 to 69 incidents, a shift that may reflect the end of the holiday season or changes in community activity. This decrease contrasts with a 66.7% rise in 'other crime' and a 50% increase in possession of weapons, both of which highlight emerging concerns. Meanwhile, bicycle theft plummeted by 75% (from 4 to 1), possibly linked to the start of the academic term or increased local enforcement. The balance between property and violent crimes remains skewed, with property-related offences (including anti-social behaviour and criminal damage) comprising 53.7% of total incidents, compared to 30.2% for violent crimes. This suggests that environmental factors—such as Morecambe’s coastal tourism and local retail activity—may play a role in shaping crime patterns, even as violent crime rates align with the UK average.

Morecambe’s November 2023 crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 27.6% decline from the previous month’s 12.0 per 1,000. This drop aligns with the seasonal shift towards shorter evenings and reduced late-night activity, which may limit opportunities for anti-social behaviour and public order offences. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly nine crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of 1-in-115 residents reflects a manageable but noticeable level of crime, particularly given the area’s coastal character and tourist attractions. This rate is 16% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories like anti-social behaviour, which remains 110% above the national average. The decrease from October, however, indicates that local efforts or seasonal factors may have temporarily reduced crime, though sustained vigilance is required to address persistent disparities.