Liverpool Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Liverpool's overall crime rate in June 2024 stood at 11.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 41.5% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the city's distinct crime profile, shaped by its history as a major port and its current status as a vibrant, densely populated urban area. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 36.7% of all reported crimes, significantly exceeding the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (56% above). Public order offences followed closely at 10.9%, also far outpacing the national rate of 0.6 per 1,000 (113% above). These figures align with Liverpool's reputation as a city with a dynamic nightlife and high foot traffic in areas like the city centre, which may contribute to incidents involving anti-social behaviour and drug-related activity. The month of June, marked by the onset of summer and longer daylight hours, likely amplified certain patterns. Tourism beginning to ramp up in coastal and rural areas may have indirectly influenced local crime dynamics, though Liverpool's urban character means its crime drivers differ from those of smaller towns. The high proportion of drug-related crimes (10.1% of total) suggests persistent challenges in addressing substance misuse, a factor that may intersect with both public order and violent crime trends. While the overall rate remains concerning, the seasonal context of June—coinciding with the start of the tourist season—offers a lens through which to interpret these statistics, though the city's unique socioeconomic makeup is likely a more enduring influence.

June 2024 saw a 34.8% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from 46 to 62 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened tensions in specific neighbourhoods or a shift in criminal activity patterns during the summer months. Conversely, robbery offences fell by 35.1% (57 to 37), and bicycle theft dropped by 34.4% (61 to 40), suggesting that targeted interventions or seasonal factors—such as warmer weather reducing the likelihood of stolen bikes being used—could be at play. The city's drug-related crime rate (1.2 per 1,000) remains 471% above the UK average, highlighting an area where localised efforts may need further focus. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.1 per 1,000, was 21% below the UK average, a contrast that might reflect Liverpool's more concentrated urban environment and stronger community policing in certain areas. For residents, the daily crime count of 197 incidents per day provides a tangible sense of the city's ongoing security challenges, particularly in areas with high concentrations of retail and nightlife activity. These figures illustrate the combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and persistent crime patterns that define Liverpool's monthly crime picture.

Liverpool's crime rate in June 2024 (11.6 per 1,000) marked a 5.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 12.3 per 1,000, indicating a slight but notable reduction in overall criminal activity. This decline, however, remains well above the UK average, with the city's rate still 41.5% higher than the national figure. On a daily basis, 197 crimes were reported each day in June, a statistic that translates to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 86 residents. This rate, while lower than the previous month, still reflects the city's status as a high-crime area relative to the UK. When scaled to Liverpool's population of 508,961, the 5,919 total crimes recorded in June equate to a significant burden on local communities, particularly in areas with high foot traffic and economic deprivation. The contrast between Liverpool's crime profile and the UK average is most pronounced in categories like drugs and public order, where the city's rates are multiples higher than national benchmarks. This disparity suggests that local factors—such as the city's historical challenges with poverty, its role as a transport hub, and its complex social fabric—play a more significant role than broader national trends in shaping its crime profile. The monthly figure of 1-in-86 residents being affected by crime underscores the tangible impact of these statistics on everyday life in Liverpool.