Morecambe Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Morecambe’s overall crime rate in January 2025 reached 9.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 38% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge for the area, particularly as the town balances its role as a coastal resort with the demands of a built-up urban environment. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.9%) and criminal damage and arson (8.8%). These patterns are consistent with Morecambe’s character as a town with a mix of residential, tourist, and commercial areas, where seasonal factors and local demographics can influence crime trends. January, a post-holiday month, typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which may contribute to lower outdoor crimes but could also drive indoor or targeted incidents. The higher-than-average rates of violence and sexual offences may be partly explained by the town’s proximity to major transport routes and its appeal to transient populations during peak tourist seasons. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour’s decline could reflect the impact of local initiatives or seasonal changes in social activity. The data also highlights a 59% gap between Morecambe’s violence rates and the UK average, suggesting that targeted interventions may be necessary to address this disparity. However, the stability in the overall crime rate compared to December indicates that while challenges remain, there is no immediate sign of a sharp increase in criminal activity.

January 2025 saw notable decreases in anti-social behaviour, which fell by 34.2% compared to the previous month, and shoplifting, which dropped by 8.3%. These declines may be linked to the post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall, typical of January. Conversely, possession of weapons surged by 300%, rising from one to four incidents, a stark increase that deserves closer attention. Bicycle theft also saw a 100% rise, with one reported incident, potentially influenced by seasonal changes in cycling activity or increased opportunities during colder months. Other crime increased by 75%, from four to seven cases, though the nature of these incidents remains unclear. Violent crimes, which make up 40.6% of all reported incidents, remain 59% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and public order offences were both below the UK average, with vehicle crime 27% lower and public order offences 13% lower, reflecting local policing efforts or community dynamics.

Morecambe’s crime rate in January 2025 remained stable compared to December 2024, with a 2.0% increase from 9.6 to 9.8 per 1,000 residents. This suggests a consistent level of criminal activity over the two months, despite seasonal factors typically influencing crime patterns. Daily, the area experienced an average of 10 crimes per day, reflecting a steady presence of incidents across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 103 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents relative to the population. When scaled to the area’s population of 31,604, this highlights that while the rate is higher than the UK average, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable for a town of this size. Vehicle crime and public order offences were both below the UK average, potentially linked to local factors such as the town’s coastal location, which may see fewer vehicle-related crimes due to lower commuter traffic or higher community oversight.