Morecambe Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Morecambe's crime rate in February 2026 reached 9.0 per 1,000 residents, a level 40.6% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This elevation places the area in a stark contrast to national trends, with violent crime dominating the profile at 37.2% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences alone accounted for 106 crimes, a rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents that is 47% above the UK average. The prominence of violent crime in Morecambe may reflect the town's character as a coastal resort with a mix of tourist activity and local residential areas, where seasonal fluctuations and transient populations can influence crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour followed with 17.5% of all incidents, a rate 76% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing public order in shared spaces. Criminal damage and arson, at 0.9 per 1,000, was 96% above the UK average, pointing to potential issues with vandalism or property maintenance in certain areas. The winter season, with its low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the persistence of certain crime types, though the absence of major holidays or events in February could also explain the relative stability in violent crime compared to other months. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour and property crime are concentrated, particularly as the town transitions into the spring season.

February 2026 saw a 250% surge in bicycle theft, jumping from 2 to 7 incidents. This increase may partly explain the 3.2% rise in overall theft-related crimes, with bicycle theft alone exceeding the UK average by 400%. Burglary also doubled from 5 to 10 cases, pushing the category 20% above the UK average. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by two-thirds, a decline that may reflect seasonal factors or targeted enforcement. Shoplifting rose by 20% to 18 incidents, maintaining a 3% gap above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 17.5% of all crimes, was 76% above the UK rate, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing public order. These shifts highlight a combination of local conditions and broader crime trends, with property crimes now accounting for 35% of all reported incidents compared to 37.2% for violent crimes.

Morecambe's crime rate in February 2026 (9.0 per 1,000) marked a 13.4% decrease from the previous month's 10.4 per 1,000.6% above the UK average. This monthly decline contrasts with the persistent elevation in local rates compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, 10 crimes were reported each day in February, translating to one crime for every 111 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the ongoing challenge of crime management in Morecambe, even as overall trends show a short-term dip. The population context further underscores the scale: with 31,604 residents, the rate of 9.0 per 1,000 means 285 crimes were reported in a community of that size. While the reduction from January suggests some stabilisation, the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average, indicating sustained pressure on local policing resources and community safety initiatives.