Fulwood Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Fulwood's crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2024 places it 11.1% below the UK average of 8.1, a distinction that reflects a combination of local policing strategies and community dynamics. The area's crime profile is dominated by anti-social behaviour (32.3% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (31.1%), and other theft (10.2%). These patterns align with Fulwood's character as a built-up area within Preston, where urban density and mixed-use spaces may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour. The seasonal context of October—shorter days, darker evenings, and the approach of Halloween—likely influences the prevalence of public order and anti-social behaviour incidents, as these conditions can heighten tensions in communal spaces. Violent crimes, while still a significant concern, are 14% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be tempering aggression levels. The lower rates of vehicle crime (36% below UK average) and shoplifting (72% below UK average) could be attributed to Fulwood's limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. The data also shows that burglary and other property crimes are consistently below national averages, which may reflect the area's lower population density and the presence of community-focused policing efforts. These findings illustrate a nuanced crime picture where local characteristics intersect with broader national trends, offering insights that could inform targeted interventions without overreaching causal claims.

October 2024 saw a significant 118.2% increase in other theft, rising from 11 to 24 incidents—a shift that may reflect heightened opportunism during darker evenings or seasonal events like Halloween. This category's rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 25% above the UK average, indicating a localised risk that residents should be aware of. In contrast, public order offences fell by 33.3%, from 15 to 10, a decline that could be linked to increased police presence or community engagement efforts around the month's end. Burglary rates also decreased by 30%, from 10 to 7, though this remains below the UK average by 39%. The area's anti-social behaviour rate (2.3 per 1,000) is 78% higher than the UK average, a disparity that may be partly explained by Fulwood's urban density and the challenges of managing community spaces during transition periods like October. Theft from the person and robbery each rose from zero to one incident, a small but concerning shift that highlights the vulnerability of individuals in public areas. These fluctuations underscore the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention, particularly in addressing the sharp rise in other theft while maintaining the positive trends in public order and burglary reduction.

Fulwood's crime rate in October 2024 (7.2 per 1,000) represents a 5.8% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.8, a rise that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and the Halloween period. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day over the month, a figure that provides a concrete reference point for residents assessing local safety. When contextualised by population, this equates to one reported crime for every 138 residents over the course of October—a monthly exposure rate that is slightly lower than the UK average but remains a relevant metric for understanding risk. The area's population of 32,471 means that even relatively small changes in crime numbers can have measurable impacts on the community's perception of safety. While the overall rate is below the UK average, specific categories like anti-social behaviour and other theft show marked deviations, highlighting the importance of distinguishing between aggregate trends and individual crime types. This nuanced perspective allows for a more accurate assessment of Fulwood's position relative to national benchmarks, ensuring that local efforts are informed by both the broader picture and the area's unique characteristics.