Fulwood Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Fulwood has experienced a 14% reduction in overall crime compared to August 2024, with the September 2024 rate of 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents placing it 11.7% below the UK average of 7.7. This marks the lowest monthly rate in the area since early 2023, reflecting a broader trend of declining violence and property crime. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 36.9% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (28.4%) and public order offences (6.8%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers' week—may have influenced patterns, though the drop in anti-social behaviour (down 13.7% from August) suggests increased community engagement during term time. Public order offences, which are 11% below the UK average, appear to have been mitigated by local policing efforts in high-traffic areas. The area’s crime profile contrasts sharply with national trends in anti-social behaviour, which is 62% higher than the UK average here. This discrepancy may be attributed to Fulwood’s proximity to Preston’s town centre, where targeted interventions have historically reduced disorder. Meanwhile, the continued prominence of violence and sexual offences—2.5 per 1,000, 5% below the UK average—suggests ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal conflict in residential zones. The seasonal shift to darker evenings may have also contributed to a 100% increase in bicycle theft, as students leave bikes unattended during freshers’ week.

Fulwood’s crime mix has shifted significantly in September 2024, with violent crimes accounting for 36.9% of all reported incidents—slightly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This contrasts with anti-social behaviour, which surged 62% above the national average at 1.9 per 1,000. The most dramatic change was a 100% rise in bicycle theft, driven by the arrival of university students. This spike, from zero to three incidents, highlights a vulnerability in local bike storage infrastructure during freshers’ week. Meanwhile, other thefts fell by 50% compared to August, likely due to increased security measures in retail areas. The 33.3% increase in 'other crime'—a category encompassing fraud and white-collar offences—suggests a need for greater awareness of non-traditional crime types. Public order offences. from August, remain 11% below the UK average, possibly due to the area’s relatively low density of nightlife venues. Residents may find the 50% reduction in other thefts particularly reassuring, as this category includes incidents like theft from vehicles and unsecured premises. The data also reveals a 28.6% drop in burglary, which may be linked to the area’s increasing use of CCTV and community policing initiatives.

Fulwood’s September 2024 crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 represents a 14% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.0, underscoring a marked improvement in safety. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 7 crimes per day across the built-up area—a figure that, while locally significant, is 11.7% lower than the UK average. When contextualised by population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 in 146 residents highlights that most Fulwood residents remain unaffected by crime, though this ratio must be interpreted as a monthly aggregate rather than a daily frequency. The area’s population of 32,471 means that even a small percentage of incidents can translate to noticeable changes in local crime perception. Compared to the UK, Fulwood’s residents face an 11.7% lower risk of experiencing crime. For instance, the area’s 62% higher rate of anti-social behaviour than the UK average suggests targeted challenges in specific neighbourhoods, potentially linked to local demographics or spatial density. Conversely, the 29% lower rate of criminal damage and arson compared to the UK may reflect effective fire prevention campaigns or lower industrial activity in the area. These comparisons illustrate how Fulwood’s crime profile diverges from national trends, shaped by its role as a suburban extension of Preston with a mix of residential and commercial land use.