Morecambe Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominates the crime profile in Morecambe for October 2025, accounting for 32.2% of all reported crimes. This category alone contributes 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, 178% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. The overall crime rate of 10.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 40.3% above the UK average of 7.7, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. Violence and sexual offences (29.0% of total crimes) and criminal damage and arson (10.8%) follow as the next most frequent categories, both exceeding UK averages by 17% and 114% respectively. This pattern aligns with seasonal factors in Morecambe, a coastal town where October’s shorter days and Halloween-related activity may contribute to increased public disorder. The high proportion of anti-social behaviour suggests a concentration of incidents in areas with high foot traffic or community hubs, though the exact locations remain unspecified in the data. The absence of a notable spike in property crime—despite the UK-wide trend of seasonal retail crime—contrasts with the local emphasis on interpersonal disputes and public order issues. This divergence could reflect the town’s unique demographic composition or local policing strategies, though further data would be needed to confirm such hypotheses.

October 2025 saw a stark 225% increase in 'other crime' from 4 to 13 incidents, a category that includes a range of unclassified offences. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in theft from the person (from 0 to 2), indicates a shift in crime patterns that may not have been fully anticipated by local authorities. Conversely, burglary rates dropped 78% compared to the previous month, falling from 41 to 9, a decline consistent with seasonal trends in coastal areas where warmer weather often correlates with higher property crime. Anti-social behaviour remains elevated, with 110 incidents reported—178% above the UK average—suggesting sustained pressure on community resources. Public order offences, however, fell 25% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the effectiveness of local policing efforts or the absence of major public events. The 37% decrease in shoplifting (from 20 to 11) contrasts with the UK-wide average, linked to reduced foot traffic in Morecambe’s retail areas during October, though this remains speculative without further context.

Morecambe’s crime rate in October 2025 (10.8 per 1,000 residents) represents a 20.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 13.6, marking a notable reduction in overall criminal activity. This decrease, however, still leaves the area significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, 11 crimes were reported per day in October, a figure that, while lower than the prior month, remains a tangible presence for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 92 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents within the local population. With a population of 31,604, this translates to a relatively high individual risk compared to national benchmarks. The decline in burglary and shoplifting may reflect the impact of seasonal factors, such as the end of summer holidays or reduced visitor numbers. The contrast between Morecambe’s elevated anti-social behaviour rates and its relatively low public order offences highlights the complexity of local crime dynamics, which may be influenced by factors such as community demographics, policing priorities, or local economic conditions.