Barnoldswick Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Barnoldswick’s October 2024 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents marked a continued period of relative safety, sitting 42% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, while modest, reflects a broader trend in the built-up area’s low crime density, which may be influenced by its rural-adjacent character and smaller population. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (34.6% of total), followed by violence and sexual offences (26.9%) and shoplifting (9.6%). These patterns align with the area’s likely demographic profile, where community cohesion and limited commercial density may reduce opportunities for more severe crimes. Seasonal factors in October—shorter days, the Halloween period, and the start of colder weather—may have contributed to anti-social behaviour rates, which were 24% above the UK average. However, violent crime rates were lower than expected, consistent with the area’s likely lower population density and fewer high-traffic zones compared to larger urban centres. Shoplifting and criminal damage rates, both below UK averages, may indicate effective local policing or a lack of high-value retail targets. These findings suggest that Barnoldswick’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its geographic isolation, community structure, and seasonal rhythms, though the month-on-month stability highlights the need for continued monitoring of emerging trends.

October 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with three categories increasing by over 100% compared to the previous month: other crime (+200%), vehicle crime (+100%), and robbery (+100%). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, suggest emerging local issues that may partly reflect seasonal factors such as Halloween-related disturbances or changes in community activity. Conversely, public order offences fell by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), a drop consistent with reduced foot traffic during colder evenings. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime, contributing 34.6% of the total, and stood 24% above the UK average. Meanwhile, violent crime rates were 51% below the UK average, a stark contrast that may reflect Barnoldswick’s smaller, more closely knit community structure. Residents should note the 2% rise in vehicle crime, which, though minor, could signal increased parking activity in local centres.

Barnoldswick’s crime rate in October 2024 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 2.0% increase from 4.6 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall safety levels, though local variations in specific crime types persist. Daily crime activity averaged 2 incidents per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 213 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Barnoldswick well below the UK average. With a population of 11,099, the area’s relatively sparse crime density contrasts sharply with larger urban centres. This stability, combined with the area’s low overall rate, indicates that Barnoldswick continues to maintain a safer profile than the national average. However, the month-on-month stability masks underlying shifts in crime types, which merit closer examination in the highlights section.