Brierfield Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brierfield's January 2024 crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents places it 9.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a statistic that highlights the area's relatively safer profile compared to national trends. The most prevalent crimes in the month were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.0%) and vehicle crime (11.3%). This mix of crimes suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors, with violence and anti-social behaviour likely linked to the built-up nature of Brierfield and its proximity to Pendle's urban centres. The seasonal context of January—marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter days—may have influenced the lower incidence of outdoor crimes, though the persistent rise in anti-social behaviour and 'other crime' indicates areas requiring targeted attention. The UK comparison for violence and sexual offences shows Brierfield's rate is 4% below the national average, a figure that may reflect effective policing strategies or community engagement initiatives. However, the 72% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average raises questions about local challenges, such as the impact of transient populations or limited resources for addressing low-level disturbances. Overall, the data illustrates a mixed picture where some categories align with broader UK trends, while others deviate significantly, necessitating a nuanced understanding of the area's unique dynamics.

January 2024 saw a stark rise in 'other crime', which jumped 300% from one incident to four, a figure that may partly explain the area's heightened focus on certain categories of criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, the second most prevalent crime type, increased by 66.7%, rising from 12 to 20 incidents—a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or local events. Meanwhile, vehicle crime decreased by 30.8%, aligning with the post-holiday period's typically reduced retail footfall and fewer opportunities for such offences. Anti-social behaviour in Brierfield is 72% above the UK average, a disparity that could indicate specific challenges in the area, such as higher population density or community tensions. Burglary, however, fell sharply by 62.5%, from eight to three incidents, a drop that may be attributed to increased community vigilance or improved security measures in residential areas.

Brierfield's January 2024 crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 2.5% decline from the previous month's 6.9 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent trend in crime reduction. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 149 residents, a metric that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in the area compared to broader UK benchmarks. This statistic, while localised, offers a tangible sense of risk for individuals living in Brierfield, particularly when contrasted with national averages. The population context further highlights that, despite the recorded crimes, the overall rate remains below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community initiatives or demographic characteristics—may play a role in maintaining this lower level of criminal activity.