Brierfield Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brierfield's crime profile in November 2024 reveals a combination of local and national trends, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a significant outlier. The area's overall crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents places it 11.8% below the UK average of 7.6, a difference that suggests effective local policing or community initiatives may be contributing to this gap. However, the data highlights a striking contrast: anti-social behaviour incidents, which accounted for 35% of all crimes, were 116% above the UK average rate of 1.1 per 1,000. This anomaly may be linked to the unique character of Brierfield as a built-up area within Pendle, where higher population density and proximity to urban centres could create conditions conducive to such behaviour. The second most common category, violence and sexual offences, was 7% below the UK average, a figure that could reflect the area's relatively lower exposure to high-risk environments typically associated with violent crime. Seasonal factors also appear to play a role, with November's shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night likely influencing patterns of anti-social activity. The data further shows that property crimes, while lower than violent offences, still accounted for 25% of total incidents, suggesting ongoing challenges in securing homes and public spaces. These findings, when considered alongside the area's demographic makeup and geographic context, provide a nuanced picture of Brierfield's crime profile in a month marked by both local celebrations and increased social interaction.

November saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from one to two incidents. Other theft also rose sharply, with a 75% increase from four to seven cases. These trends contrast with declines in possession of weapons (-50%), vehicle crime (-50%), and other crime (-50%), suggesting shifting patterns in local criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 35% of all crimes, was 116% above the UK average rate of 1.1 per 1,000, marking a stark outlier in the data. This category's prominence may be linked to November's shorter evenings and increased social activity around events like Bonfire Night. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained 7% below the UK average, indicating a relative reduction in incidents of this type compared to national trends. For residents, the sharp rise in drug offences highlights a specific area of concern that may warrant closer attention from local authorities.

Brierfield's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 21.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.6. This decline, though modest, reflects a broader trend of reduced incidents across several categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three reported crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that provides a tangible sense of local crime frequency. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 149 residents in November—a rate that, while locally specific, underscores the relative safety of Brierfield compared to larger urban centres. The population context further highlights the significance of this figure: with 11,904 residents, the area's crime statistics are scaled to reflect the density of its built-up environment. This monthly perspective offers residents a clear benchmark for understanding how their community's safety compares to broader national averages, though local factors such as seasonal activity and community engagement may also play a role in shaping these figures.