Barnoldswick Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Barnoldswick's overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents in November 2025 places it 21.9% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with broader UK trends, where the area's relatively low rate suggests effective local policing or community engagement. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 31.8% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000 (70% above). This may partly explain the area's lower overall rate, as anti-social behaviour often precedes more serious crimes but remains a visible concern for residents. Violence and sexual offences (14 cases) and criminal damage and arson (11 cases) followed, with the latter category showing a marked increase compared to the UK average. Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns: Bonfire Night on 5 November may have influenced incidents of criminal damage, while Black Friday shopping could have driven anti-social behaviour in local retail areas. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.1 per 1,000) suggest a community with fewer opportunities for such crimes, due to lower foot traffic or better lighting in key areas. However, the spike in criminal damage and arson—up 175% from October—raises questions about whether temporary events or environmental factors played a role. The area's performance highlights a combination of local initiatives and national trends, with Barnoldswick demonstrating resilience in maintaining lower crime levels despite seasonal pressures.

November saw a 175% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 4 to 11 incidents. This surge, which outpaced the UK average by 89%, may have been influenced by Bonfire Night activities or increased vandalism during darker evenings. Theft from the person and vehicle crime both doubled compared to October, with one incident each reported for the first time in the category. While these increases are concerning, the area's violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 was 49% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests that Barnoldswick's community may have stronger social cohesion or more effective policing in preventing violent incidents. The breakdown also revealed a shift in crime mix, with property crimes (23 cases) making up 36.5% of all incidents—slightly lower than the UK average of 39%—while violent crimes accounted for 22.2%, compared to the UK's 27%. This balance indicates a focus on addressing anti-social and property-related issues rather than violent crime. Residents might find the 70% above UK average for anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as it could signal a need for targeted interventions in public spaces or increased community engagement programs.

Barnoldswick's crime rate in November 2025 (5.7 per 1,000) marked a 61.8% increase from October's 3.5 per 1,000, reflecting a sharp upward trend. However, this remains significantly below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, with the area's rate 21.9% lower than the national figure. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported across the 30-day period, equating to roughly one crime for every 176 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate suggests a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to other UK areas. month-on-month increase indicates a recent acceleration in crime. The population context further highlights Barnoldswick's performance: with 11,099 residents, the area's 63 reported crimes represent a manageable burden for local services. However, the 70% above UK average for anti-social behaviour and 89% above for criminal damage and arson suggest that certain categories require closer attention. While the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the spikes in specific crime types may reflect unique local challenges, such as seasonal events or community-specific factors. This contrast between overall performance and category-specific trends underscores the importance of targeted policing and community initiatives in maintaining Barnoldswick's comparatively low crime levels.