Brierfield Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Brierfield’s anti-social behaviour rate in November 2025 stood at 2.1 per 1,000 residents, 98% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national trend highlights a localised challenge in managing disruptive behaviour, which accounted for 31.3% of all reported crimes in the area. The overall crime rate for the month was 6.7 per 1,000 residents, placing Brierfield 8.2% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a generally lower crime profile compared to the national average. Violence and sexual offences were the most common category, contributing 32.5% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000—14% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is relatively contained, the area’s anti-social behaviour patterns diverge significantly from the rest of the country. Seasonal factors may play a role, as November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could amplify tensions in public spaces. However, the drop in property crimes—only 16 incidents compared to 26 violent crimes—indicates a shift in crime dynamics, with interpersonal conflicts overshadowing theft or burglary. The area’s character as a built-up district within Pendle, likely influenced by its proximity to urban centres and local social hubs, may contribute to these patterns. While the lower overall rate suggests effective policing or community strategies, the anti-social behaviour spike warrants targeted interventions to address its disproportionate impact on the local crime picture.

November 2025 saw a 400% increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 5 incidents—a sharp spike that may relate to Bonfire Night activities or heightened tensions during the month’s darker evenings. This surge contrasts with a 50% decrease in criminal damage and arson, which dropped from 6 to 3 cases, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity or focused policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour remained the standout concern, with its rate 98% above the UK average, suggesting a need for community engagement strategies to mitigate disruptive incidents. Meanwhile, other crime—such as unclassified or lesser-known categories—rose by 66.7%, from 3 to 5 cases, indicating a potential underreporting or evolving nature of non-traditional offences. The decline in burglary, down by 50% from 4 to 2 incidents, aligns with broader trends of reduced property crime in the area, though this may also be influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and fewer opportunities for theft. Residents may find the 8.2% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average reassuring, but the anti-social behaviour spike and public order increase highlight specific areas requiring attention.

Brierfield’s crime rate in November 2025 fell to 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 10.2% decline from the previous month’s rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a potential stabilisation in local crime patterns, though it remains to be seen whether this reflects sustained improvements or temporary factors. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 3 crimes per day over the course of the month, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the continuous presence of criminal activity in a built-up district. When scaled to the population of 11,904 residents, the monthly exposure rate meant that one reported crime occurred for every 149 residents—a statistic that provides context for how frequently residents may encounter crime in their daily lives. This figure is slightly lower than the previous month’s rate, which could indicate progress in crime prevention efforts or simply reflect natural fluctuations. However, the disparity between Brierfield’s anti-social behaviour rate and the UK average remains a critical point of contrast, highlighting the area’s unique challenges. While the overall rate is below the national average, the concentration of certain crime types—particularly anti-social behaviour—suggests that local conditions or demographics may influence crime patterns in ways that differ from broader UK trends.