Barnoldswick Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Barnoldswick, 5.2 crimes were reported in July 2025 — a figure 39.5% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes per day, or 1 in 191 residents facing a reported incident over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, which made up 39.7% of all incidents (23 cases), significantly above the UK average of 1.6 per 1,000. This pattern aligns with the area’s seasonal rhythm: July is peak summer in Barnoldswick, with schools out, festivals, and increased tourism. Such factors may contribute to higher anti-social behaviour, as public spaces see more transient activity. Violent crimes, however, were 41% below the UK average, with 20 cases reported (1.8 per 1,000). This could reflect the town’s character as a relatively quiet built-up area within Pendle, where community cohesion and lower population density may mitigate violent incidents. Property crimes, including criminal damage and arson (6 cases), were also below the UK average, suggesting a stable environment for residents. The data illustrates a crime profile shaped by seasonal dynamics and local demographics, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a key concern during summer months.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+228.6%, from 7 to 23 cases), public order offences (+100%, from 2 to 4), and theft from the person (+100%, from 0 to 1). These spikes contrast with declines in vehicle crime (-50%, from 2 to 1), other theft (-33.3%, from 3 to 2), and violence and sexual offences (-25.9%, from 27 to 20). The rise in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the summer influx of visitors and the absence of schoolchildren, which can alter usual patterns of public space usage. Anti-social behaviour in Barnoldswick (2.1 per 1,000) remains 35% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge. Conversely, violent crimes in the area (1.8 per 1,000) are 41% below the UK average (3.0 per 1,000), a disparity that may reflect the town’s smaller, more tightly knit community. Residents might find the 100% increase in theft from the person particularly concerning, though the single reported case is a small fraction of the overall crime count. These shifts underscore the need for targeted local strategies, such as increased policing during festivals or community engagement to address anti-social conduct.

Barnoldswick’s crime rate in July 2025 remained stable at 5.2 per 1,000, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency contrasts with the UK average, which sees 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents. Locally, the daily crime count of approximately 2 incidents per day offers a tangible measure of risk — residents can expect about one reported crime for every 191 people over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would equate to roughly 1 in 120 residents facing a crime. The town’s population of 11,099 further contextualises these figures: with fewer residents per square mile compared to larger urban centres, Barnoldswick’s crime density is naturally lower. However, the 35% gap in anti-social behaviour rates compared to the UK average suggests a unique challenge. While the overall profile is safer than the national average, the spikes in specific categories like public order and anti-social behaviour highlight the need for localised awareness. These figures, when scaled to individual risk, show that daily life in Barnoldswick remains relatively secure, with the majority of residents unlikely to encounter crime in any given week.