Pendle Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Pendle’s overall crime rate in February 2026 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.7% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This position relative to the national picture underscores the area’s distinct crime profile, shaped by its geographical and social context. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 46.8% of all crimes, a rate (2.9 per 1,000) that is 25% above the UK average. This divergence may be influenced by local factors such as population density or the presence of high-traffic areas. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 14.7% of incidents, though its rate (0.9 per 1,000) is only 1% below the UK average. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity—may contribute to the lower rates of crimes like vehicle theft and shoplifting, which are 43% and 66% below the UK average, respectively. These patterns suggest a combination of environmental conditions and crime opportunities, with Pendle’s rural-urban mix affecting the distribution of offences. The relatively low rate of shoplifting could reflect the area’s retail infrastructure or targeted policing efforts. Meanwhile, the higher incidence of violent crime compared to the UK average may indicate challenges in addressing local tensions or community-specific risk factors. As February transitions into spring, the low outdoor activity typical of winter may give way to shifts in crime patterns, warranting continued monitoring.

February 2026 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with theft from the person rising by 100% (from 2 to 4 incidents) and possession of weapons increasing by 33.3% (from 9 to 12). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, suggest shifting dynamics in local crime patterns. Conversely, drug-related offences plummeted by 62.1% (from 29 to 11), a drop that may reflect seasonal factors or changes in enforcement focus. Burglary also fell sharply, down 45.7% (from 46 to 25), though Pendle’s burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) remains 20% above the UK average. The breakdown also reveals Pendle’s shoplifting rate (0.2 per 1,000) is 66% below the UK average, a disparity likely influenced by the area’s retail landscape or policing strategies. For residents, the sharp increase in theft from the person—though limited in scale—serves as a reminder to remain vigilant in public spaces.

Pendle’s crime rate in February 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents) marks a 17.2% decline from the previous month’s 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local patterns. This reduction aligns with the seasonal context of winter, when outdoor activity typically wanes, potentially limiting opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime counts averaged 22 incidents per day, a figure that, while specific to Pendle, illustrates the pace at which incidents occur in a typical month. When scaled to the population of 99,777, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 163 residents. This ratio offers a tangible measure of risk for residents, placing it in context against the broader UK average without direct comparison. The drop from the prior month’s rate may also reflect temporary factors, such as weather conditions or local initiatives. The interplay between seasonal lulls and local dynamics remains a key area for continued observation.