Liverpool Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Liverpool’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 11.1 per 1,000 residents — 50% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure highlights a persistent challenge for the city, which, as a post-industrial urban centre with a dense population and significant retail and nightlife sectors, faces unique pressures. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 37.3% of all incidents, a rate 58% above the UK average. The presence of drugs-related crimes at 1.2 per 1,000 — 471% above the national rate — underscores Liverpool’s role as a hub for illicit activity, potentially linked to its historical ties to organised crime and the challenges of economic regeneration. Public order offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, were also sharply elevated, 108% above the UK average, a pattern consistent with the city’s vibrant but sometimes chaotic social environment. Seasonal factors, including the post-holiday period and shorter days, likely contributed to the mix of crimes reported, with reduced retail footfall possibly exacerbating shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. While the overall rate remained stable compared to December, the underlying trends reveal a complex picture of resilience and vulnerability in Liverpool’s crime profile.

January 2024 saw notable increases in possession of weapons, shoplifting, and anti-social behaviour — all of which rose by over 18% compared to December. The 54.8% surge in weapon possession, from 31 to 48 incidents, may reflect heightened tensions in certain neighbourhoods or a shift in criminal activity patterns. Shoplifting increased by 37.9%, likely tied to post-holiday retail footfall and the timing of January sales. Anti-social behaviour rose by 18.5%, a trend consistent with colder weather and shorter days reducing outdoor activity. Meanwhile, burglary and other theft declined, possibly due to improved security measures or seasonal factors. Drug-related crimes, at 1.2 per 1,000, remain 471% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend and a concern for areas with established drug markets.

Liverpool’s crime rate in January 2024 remained stable compared to December, with a 1.1% increase from 11.0 to 11.1 per 1,000 residents. While this suggests little change in overall trends, the daily crime context reveals 182 crimes reported each day — a figure that translates to one incident for roughly every 90 residents over the course of the month. This rate is significantly higher than the UK average, but the month-on-month stability may reflect seasonal factors such as post-holiday retail activity. With a population of over 500,000, the city’s size and density likely contribute to the volume of incidents, though the per-capita rate remains a key concern. The 1-in-90 monthly exposure figure underscores the need for vigilance, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or commercial activity, where crime is more concentrated.