Nelson (Pendle) Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Nelson (Pendle), 9.9 crimes were reported in June 2023 — 16.5% above the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This rate translates to a 1-in-101 chance of encountering a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that may feel more tangible when considering local rhythms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (35.6% of total), anti-social behaviour (33.8%), and criminal damage and arson (9.3%). These patterns align with summer dynamics, as June marks the beginning of longer days and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Violence and sexual offences, which occur at 3.5 per 1,000 — 20% above the UK average — may be linked to heightened social interactions in the town centre or surrounding areas. Anti-social behaviour, at 3.4 per 1,000 (130% above UK average), could reflect the impact of seasonal events or community tensions exacerbated by warmer weather. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000) remain elevated compared to the UK (0.6 per 1,000), due to targeted vandalism in high-traffic zones. The lower-than-average rates for public order offences (25% below UK) and shoplifting (81% below UK) suggest that community policing efforts or local deterrents may be effective in certain categories. These findings highlight the need to contextualise crime rates within Nelson’s specific environment, where the balance between urban and rural influences may shape both crime patterns and their perception.

June 2023 saw a 12.2% increase in Nelson’s crime rate compared to May, driven by sharp rises in specific categories. Bicycle theft surged by 100% (0 to 1 incident), a figure that may reflect seasonal shifts in cycling activity or targeted thefts near transport hubs. Public order offences also rose by 50% (10 to 15), tied to increased social gatherings as summer began. Criminal damage and arson increased by 47.6% (21 to 31), a spike that could be linked to environmental factors or unaddressed community tensions. Conversely, robbery fell by 75% (4 to 1), other crime dropped by 66.7% (9 to 3), and drugs offences halved (10 to 5), suggesting temporary reductions in certain high-risk activities. Anti-social behaviour remains a stark concern, with rates at 3.4 per 1,000 — 130% above the UK average — a figure that may affect local residents. Shoplifting rates in Nelson are 81% below the UK average (0.1 vs 0.5 per 1,000), indicating that retail security measures or community awareness campaigns may be effective. These fluctuations underscore the combination of seasonal trends and local enforcement priorities.

Nelson’s crime rate in June 2023 (9.9 per 1,000) represents a 12.2% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.9 per 1,000, a rise that may be amplified by the transition into summer. On a daily basis, 11 crimes were reported in June — a figure that equates to roughly one crime every 9 hours, a metric that could help residents contextualise their personal risk. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 101 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while higher than the UK average, remains a statistical measure rather than a direct indicator of individual safety. The population of 33,617 means that the absolute number of crimes (334) is relatively manageable compared to larger urban areas. However, the disparity between Nelson’s rates and the UK average — particularly in anti-social behaviour and violence — highlights areas where local interventions may be more critical. This comparison also reveals that certain categories, like public order offences, are below the UK average, suggesting that Nelson’s community may have unique characteristics that influence crime dynamics. These figures, when paired with the local context, provide a more nuanced understanding of how crime affects daily life in Nelson.