Morecambe Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Morecambe's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 12.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 50% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal trends, with the start of summer and increasing tourist activity likely contributing to patterns observed. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 32.7% of all reported incidents (127 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (28.3%, 110 cases) and other theft (7.2%, 28 cases). These figures highlight a distinct profile for Morecambe compared to national averages, where anti-social behaviour is 186% above the UK average and violence and sexual offences are 27% above. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of the summer tourist season—may partly explain the prominence of anti-social behaviour, which often escalates in areas with high foot traffic and transient populations. While violent crime remains a concern, the relatively low rate of shoplifting (35% below UK average) suggests that retail environments in Morecambe may be managed in ways that deter such offences. The overall crime rate, however, remains significantly elevated compared to national standards, underscoring the need for continued analysis of local patterns and their alignment with broader regional trends.

June 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences increasing by 55.6% (from 18 to 28 cases) and other crime rising by 33.3% (from 9 to 12 cases). These increases may be linked to the summer season, as Morecambe's coastal location typically attracts more visitors during this period, potentially contributing to heightened public disorder. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by 60% (from 5 to 2 cases), and possession of weapons dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1 case), suggesting possible improvements in policing strategies or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour remained high, with a rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents—186% above the UK average—highlighting the need for targeted interventions in areas where such behaviour is concentrated. Shoplifting rates in Morecambe were 35% below the UK average, a contrast to other categories where local rates significantly exceeded national norms. This divergence may reflect effective retail security measures or the absence of high-traffic commercial zones typically associated with shoplifting. The mixed picture of rising and falling crime types underscores the importance of granular analysis to identify which factors are driving these changes and where resources might be most effectively deployed.

Morecambe's crime rate in June 2024 (12.3 per 1,000) marked a 16.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 14.8 per 1,000, reflecting a short-term downward trend. Over the course of June, this translated to approximately 13 reported crimes per day—a figure that, while seemingly high, must be contextualised within the local population of 31,604 residents. On a monthly basis, this equated to one reported crime for every 81 residents, a metric that provides a tangible sense of the scale of criminal activity relative to the local community. When compared to the UK average, Morecambe's overall rate remains significantly elevated, but the month-on-month decline suggests that targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have temporarily mitigated some crime pressures. The daily crime count of 13 incidents per day is particularly relevant for residents, as it illustrates the frequency of incidents in a way that monthly aggregates cannot fully capture. This figure, combined with the 1-in-81 resident exposure rate, highlights the need for community engagement and proactive policing strategies to address underlying issues. While the overall trend is downward, the persistence of categories like anti-social behaviour and violence at rates far above national averages indicates that local challenges remain distinct from broader UK patterns.