Barnoldswick Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burglary in Barnoldswick stood at 0.6 per 1,000 residents in April 2023, a figure 100% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends highlights a unique challenge for the area. The overall crime rate for Barnoldswick was 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 26.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 18.0%. These figures contrast with the UK average for violence (2.6 per 1,000), where Barnoldswick’s rate of 2.5 per 1,000 was 4% below. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced patterns, though the sharp rise in burglary remains unexplained. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 15% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively stable community dynamic. The low rate of shoplifting (3 cases, 0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 may reflect local retail practices or community engagement. These figures paint a complex picture of a built-up area within Pendle where certain crime types deviate significantly from national norms, warranting closer examination of local factors.

April 2023 saw a 200% increase in shoplifting, rising from 1 to 3 cases—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This surge may be linked to Easter shopping activity. Simultaneously, drugs-related offences doubled from 0 to 1, and other crime cases increased by 100%, indicating emerging issues that require monitoring. On the decline side, criminal damage and arson fell by 60% (from 10 to 4), and anti-social behaviour dropped by 57.7% (from 26 to 11), potentially reflecting seasonal lulls or community interventions. Vehicle crime decreased by 50%, aligning with broader trends of reduced outdoor activity in spring. While burglary remains a local outlier—100% above the UK average—its absolute numbers (7 cases) are modest, suggesting targeted vulnerabilities rather than widespread issues. These shifts highlight the need for tailored strategies addressing both rising and falling crime trends in Barnoldswick.

Barnoldswick’s crime rate in April 2023 (5.5 per 1,000) marked a 12.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.3 per 1,000, indicating a short-term downward trend. Over 30 days, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, remains a focal point for local policing. Monthly exposure data shows that one reported crime occurred for every 182 residents, a ratio that, when contextualised against Barnoldswick’s population of 11,099, underscores the relatively low frequency of crime. This monthly aggregate does not account for daily fluctuations but provides a baseline for assessing safety. Compared to the UK average, Barnoldswick’s overall rate is 26.7% lower, yet specific categories like burglary stand out as exceptions. The contrast between Barnoldswick’s performance and the UK average suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics—play a significant role in shaping crime patterns. These statistics offer residents a clear picture of how their area compares to national benchmarks, reinforcing the importance of sustained local efforts to maintain this positive trajectory.