Fulwood Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 32,471, Fulwood recorded 299 crimes in July 2024, equating to a crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 9.5% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, highlighting a notable divergence in local crime patterns. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 37.5% of all reported incidents (112 cases), significantly higher than the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences followed with 26.8% (80 cases), slightly below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. The third most common category was criminal damage and arson, contributing 8.7% of total crimes. July's peak summer season, with schools out and tourism at its height, likely influenced these patterns. Anti-social behaviour spikes in areas with high foot traffic, such as Fulwood's town centre, may be linked to increased public events and festivals. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average rates for shoplifting and public order offences could reflect effective local policing strategies or community engagement efforts during the busy summer period. The balance between property crimes (34.1%) and violent crimes (26.8%) suggests a mixed crime profile, with no single category dominating the overall picture. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-impact areas while maintaining vigilance in sectors showing improvement.

July 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 116.7% (6 to 13 cases) and possession of weapons increasing by 50.0% (2 to 3 cases). These jumps contrast sharply with declines in robbery (-50.0%, 2 to 1) and drug-related offences (-50.0%, 4 to 2), though the latter's reduction may be attributed to seasonal factors rather than long-term trends. Anti-social behaviour remained the most concerning category, with its rate of 3.5 per 1,000 (141% above UK average) suggesting persistent challenges in managing public disorder, particularly in areas with high summer activity. The sharp rise in vehicle crime could be linked to increased car usage during the tourist season or vulnerabilities in parking infrastructure. Conversely, the drop in robbery cases might reflect heightened police presence or community awareness campaigns. Public order offences fell by 25.0% (16 to 12), a reduction that may align with improved crowd management during festivals. While Fulwood's overall rate is slightly above the UK average, its performance on certain categories—such as shoplifting (56% below UK average) and burglary (35% below)—demonstrates effective local measures. These variations highlight the complexity of crime trends and the importance of context-specific strategies.

Fulwood's crime rate in July 2024 remained stable compared to June, with no significant change from the previous month's rate of 9.2 per 1,000. However, the area's crime profile diverges from UK-wide trends in several key areas. Daily crime statistics reveal that Fulwood experienced approximately 10 reported crimes per day in July, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 299 incidents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 109 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is relatively low compared to other UK urban areas, the area's specific challenges—such as the 141% above-average rate of anti-social behaviour—warrant targeted attention. Fulwood's population of 32,471 means that the 299 crimes represent a manageable burden in absolute terms, but the distribution across categories indicates uneven pressures. For instance, the high rate of anti-social behaviour may reflect the area's role as a hub for summer tourism and local events, creating environments where such incidents are more likely. In contrast, the lower-than-average rates for vehicle crime and public order offences suggest that certain preventative measures may be working effectively. These comparisons underscore the need to balance local context with broader national trends in crime prevention strategies.