Brierfield Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brierfield’s crime rate for June 2023 stood at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that positions the area as 5.9% below the UK average of 8.5. This performance, while commendable, is shaped by a combination of local factors, including the dominance of anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 35.8% of all reported crimes. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, contributing 34.7% of the total, a share that aligns with broader national trends but remains 4% below the UK average. The seasonal context of June—a time when the region transitions into summer—may have influenced these patterns, as longer daylight hours and the onset of tourism could drive both anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, the area’s performance in certain categories, such as shoplifting, which was 63% below the UK average, suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors may be mitigating risks in specific areas. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly in June, with property crimes making up 23.2% of the total (22 cases) compared to 35.8% for violent crimes, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in activity or the effectiveness of policing in addressing property-related offences. These dynamics highlight the need for continued monitoring and tailored strategies to address the unique challenges of Brierfield’s built-up character, which sits within the broader rural context of Pendle.

June 2023 marked a sharp increase in specific crime categories, with other theft rising by 500% (from 1 to 6 cases), burglary surging by 200% (from 1 to 3), and shoplifting doubling from 1 to 2 incidents. These jumps, while notable, occurred against a backdrop where Brierfield’s violent crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 was 4% below the UK average of 2.9. Anti-social behaviour, the most prevalent category at 2.9 per 1,000, was 96% above the UK average of 1.5, a disparity that may partly explain the area’s overall crime profile. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained 63% below the UK rate of 0.5 per 1,000, suggesting that local retail environments may have effective deterrents in place. For residents, the 500% spike in other theft—a category encompassing items like stolen property and fraud—could signal a need for heightened awareness around unsecured valuables, particularly during the summer months when foot traffic and tourism may increase.

Brierfield’s June 2023 crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents places it 5.9% below the UK average of 8.5, a distinction that reflects a combination of local policing strategies and community engagement efforts. Despite this, the area saw a 14.5% month-on-month increase from the previous rate of 7.0, a shift that underscores the dynamic nature of crime patterns even in relatively stable areas. On a daily basis, Brierfield experienced an average of three crimes per day in June, a figure that contextualises the rate within the rhythms of a built-up area with a population of 11,904. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 125 residents, a statistic that highlights the relative frequency of incidents while still keeping the area’s profile below the national benchmark. This monthly exposure, though modest, suggests that local residents are not immune to crime and that vigilance remains necessary, particularly as seasonal factors begin to influence activity levels.