Liverpool Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Liverpool’s February 2024 crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents places the city 46.5% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. This figure, which translates to roughly one crime for every 96 residents over the course of the month, reflects the combination of urban dynamics and seasonal factors. The city’s crime profile is dominated by violent and sexual offences, which account for 38.9% of all reported crimes—nearly four times the UK average rate of 2.5 per 1,000. This stark divergence may be attributed to Liverpool’s status as a major urban centre with a history of socioeconomic challenges, where concentrated populations and high levels of social deprivation can contribute to elevated rates of interpersonal violence. Public order offences, at 1.1 per 1,000 residents, are also significantly above the UK average, with a 124% disparity that suggests ongoing difficulties in managing community tensions and disorder in certain areas. The presence of drugs-related crimes, which are 376% above the UK average, further complicates the picture, pointing to the need for targeted interventions in neighbourhoods where illicit drug markets are active. While February is typically a low point for outdoor crime due to cold weather, the city’s elevated rates in violent and sexual offences indicate that indoor environments—such as residential areas and social hubs—remain hotspots for such crimes. This seasonal context, combined with Liverpool’s demographic profile, highlights the importance of maintaining consistent policing efforts even during periods of reduced outdoor activity.

February 2024 saw notable fluctuations in Liverpool’s crime profile, with theft from the person rising by 14.7% (75 to 86 cases), suggesting increased vulnerability in public spaces during the winter months. This increase, coupled with a 13.7% rise in 'other crime' (95 to 108 cases), indicates shifting patterns in criminal activity that may warrant closer scrutiny. Conversely, burglary and vehicle crime both declined significantly, with burglary dropping by 20.1% (209 to 167 cases) and vehicle crime falling by 18.6% (236 to 192 cases), likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for such crimes during colder weather. The city’s violent crime rate—4.0 per 1,000 residents—remains 60% above the UK average, a disparity that highlights the need for focused policing in high-risk areas. Meanwhile, public order offences, which surged by 10.1% (513 to 565 cases), are 124% above the UK average, pointing to ongoing challenges in managing community tensions and disorder. These figures, while not fully explaining the underlying causes, offer concrete insights for residents seeking to understand local crime dynamics.

Liverpool’s February 2024 crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 6.2% decrease from the previous month’s 11.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight easing in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the city saw approximately 182 crimes reported each day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in urban settings. Over the course of the month, the average resident faced a 1-in-96 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime, a measure that contextualises risk in terms of personal likelihood. This monthly exposure rate, while lower than the previous month, remains significantly higher than the UK average, highlighting Liverpool’s distinct position within national crime trends. The population scale of 508,961 residents means that even small shifts in crime rates translate to meaningful differences in individual risk, particularly in densely populated areas where crime is concentrated. The reduction in burglary and vehicle crime—by 20.1% and 18.6% respectively—suggests that seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity in winter, may have temporarily limited opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the continued elevation of violence and sexual offences, which remain 60% above the UK average, indicates that targeted interventions may be necessary to address persistent challenges in specific areas of the city.