Brierfield Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Brierfield during July 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by seasonal and local factors. With a crime rate of 9.6 per 1,000 residents—11.6% above the UK average—the area's criminal activity is dominated by anti-social behaviour (39.5% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (35.1%), and criminal damage (7.0%). These figures suggest a community grappling with persistent social challenges, exacerbated by the summer season's increased outdoor activity and tourism. The high incidence of anti-social behaviour, which is 145% above the UK average, may be influenced by the area's built-up nature and the concentration of population in a relatively small geographic space. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and festival events—likely contributes to the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and violence, as public spaces become more crowded and interactions more frequent. Conversely, the decline in shoplifting by 75% compared to the previous month could indicate a reduction in retail activity or heightened security measures during the summer period. While property crimes like vehicle crime and public order offences are below the UK average, the overall pattern remains concerning, with violent and anti-social crimes forming the core of the area's crime mix. This profile aligns with Brierfield's character as a built-up area within Pendle, where urban density and seasonal fluctuations create a unique set of challenges for local law enforcement and residents alike.

July 2025 saw a dramatic surge in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising by 95.7% compared to June. This category alone accounted for 39.5% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 1.6 per 1,000. The spike in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the area's summer festivals and increased foot traffic during peak tourist season. Concurrently, other theft increased by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents), a sharp contrast to the 75% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 4 to 1. This divergence suggests shifting patterns in criminal activity, with anti-social behaviour and drug-related crimes rising while property crimes like shoplifting declined. Drug offences also rose by 20%, reaching 6 incidents—79% above the UK average. Vehicle crime and public order offences both fell below the UK average, with vehicle crime at 0.3 per 1,000 (23% below) and public order offences at 0.3 per 1,000 (53% below). These contrasting trends highlight the complexity of local crime dynamics.

Brierfield's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 9.6 per 1,000 residents, a 9.6% increase from June's 8.7 per 1,000. This marks the highest monthly rate since the start of the year, with a notable shift in the balance of crime types. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 4 crimes reported each day, a figure that reflects both the density of the built-up area and the seasonal context of summer. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 104 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the community. While this rate is slightly higher than the UK average, the local context—characterised by a mix of residential and commercial spaces—may partly explain the disparity. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents are more likely to experience crime compared to the UK average, though specific categories like vehicle crime and public order offences show marked reductions, which could indicate targeted interventions or seasonal patterns.