Morecambe Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Morecambe recorded 409 crimes in April 2025, a rate of 12.9 per 1,000 residents—67.5% above the UK average. This figure, calculated for a population of 31,604, highlights a significant disparity with national trends. The area's crime profile is dominated by anti-social behaviour (35% of total crimes), violence and sexual offences (29.8%), and criminal damage and arson (8.3%). These figures align with Morecambe's character as a built-up coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where high foot traffic and seasonal activity may contribute to persistent anti-social and violent incidents. The UK average for anti-social behaviour is 1.3 per 1,000, but Morecambe's rate of 4.5 per 1,000 indicates a 238% deviation, suggesting local factors such as community density or event-driven activity may play a role. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.9 per 1,000, are 49% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a pattern consistent with areas experiencing high levels of public interaction and potential conflicts. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: April's Easter period and spring weather may have increased outdoor activity, contributing to both property and violent crime trends. While shoplifting and other thefts showed some reduction compared to the UK average, the overall crime profile remains significantly elevated, warranting continued focus on community engagement and targeted interventions.

April 2025 saw a 140% surge in drug-related crimes, jumping from 5 to 12 incidents, a stark contrast to the 53.3% decline in 'other crime' from 15 to 7. This shift highlights an evolving crime mix, with drug offences rising sharply while less-defined categories fell. Shoplifting also dropped by 31%, from 29 to 20, a decrease that aligns with a 9% below-UK-average position for this category. However, anti-social behaviour remained 238% above the UK average, reflecting a persistent challenge in the area. The 100% increase in bicycle theft and theft from the person—both rising from single incidents to two each—suggests emerging vulnerabilities, possibly linked to increased outdoor activity during spring. These fluctuations underscore the need for adaptive policing strategies, particularly in addressing drug-related issues and ensuring targeted support for property crime prevention.

Morecambe's crime rate in April 2025 rose to 12.9 per 1,000 residents, a 3.3% increase from 12.5 per 1,000 in March. This translates to approximately 14 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 77 residents over the course of the month. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the local context reveals a pattern shaped by population density and seasonal activity. With a population of 31,604, the area's built-up nature within Lancaster likely contributes to higher exposure to crimes such as anti-social behaviour and violence. The daily crime count provides a tangible measure for residents: if one crime occurs every 77 residents monthly, this equates to roughly 1-in-25 residents experiencing a crime over the course of a year. The persistent gap between Morecambe's rate and the UK average underscores the need for targeted local strategies, particularly in addressing property and violent crime trends that remain high compared to national figures.