Barrowford Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Barrowford’s crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents remained 12.7% below the UK average, reflecting a relatively stable security environment despite month-on-month fluctuations. The crime mix revealed a striking equilibrium between property and violent crimes, with 12 incidents each—a rare parity that suggests diversification in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour dominated the breakdown, accounting for 39% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. This category’s prominence may be linked to the built-up area’s characteristics, where community interactions and public spaces could contribute to such incidents. Seasonal context plays a role: February, as a winter month with low outdoor activity, likely dampened opportunities for certain crimes, such as theft from the person, which fell 63% below the UK average. Conversely, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson may be tied to colder weather or unexplained local factors. The overall crime rate, while modest, shows the area’s ability to maintain a lower-than-average profile despite the presence of specific high-impact categories. The balance between property and violent crimes also hints at a combination of local dynamics, influenced by the area’s rural-urban hybrid nature, where built-up zones coexist with more isolated surroundings. This duality may explain why certain crimes, like burglary (100% above UK average), are more prevalent than others, while theft from the person remains low. The data thus illustrates an area where targeted interventions might be more effective than broad measures, given the distinct patterns of offending.

February 2024 saw a 500% surge in criminal damage and arson, rising from one incident to six. This spike, though alarming, contrasts with a 29.4% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 17 to 12. The balance between property and violent crimes (12 each) highlights a shift in the crime mix, with neither category dominating. Anti-social behaviour remained the most reported category (39% of all crimes), significantly above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000 (129% higher). Meanwhile, shoplifting fell 63% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 67% increase in criminal damage and arson. For residents, the sharp rise in vandalism may signal heightened community tensions or seasonal factors. The equal split between property and violent crimes suggests a broader diversification of criminal activity, possibly influenced by the winter lull in outdoor activity.

Barrowford’s crime rate in February 2024 (6.2 per 1,000 residents) marks a 32.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This rise, while notable, remains 12.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. Daily crime context shows an average of one reported crime per day in February, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively sparse population density. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 161 residents—a ratio that underscores the low-frequency nature of incidents in this built-up area within Pendle. When compared to the UK average, Barrowford’s crime profile is shaped by both local factors and broader regional trends. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the month-on-month rise, the area’s overall crime burden remains modest relative to its size. This suggests that while localised spikes in specific crime types may occur, the broader picture remains one of controlled risk for residents.