Fulwood Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Fulwood’s crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 48.9% of all reported crimes. At 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate is 2.8% below the UK average of 7.1, marking a slight improvement in safety relative to the national picture. This rate places Fulwood among the safer built-up areas in the UK, though local patterns reveal stark contrasts in crime types. The dominance of violence—3.4 per 1,000, 35% above the UK average—suggests persistent challenges in addressing personal safety, potentially linked to social dynamics or seasonal factors. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.8 per 1,000 (84% above the UK average), further underscores tensions in community cohesion, though its sharp rise may reflect post-holiday disruptions or unmet public safety needs. Seasonal context, such as shorter days and reduced retail footfall typical of January, likely contributes to lower property crime rates compared to busier months. However, the high proportion of violent crime contrasts with the UK’s broader trend of declining violent crime, indicating a need for targeted interventions. While property crime remains relatively low (40 total, 17.8% of all crimes), the breakdown shows a mix of above- and below-average rates for specific categories, such as criminal damage (22% below UK average) and public order offences (35% below UK average). This complexity highlights the importance of localized strategies that address both immediate safety concerns and underlying factors influencing crime patterns.

Violence and sexual offences saw a significant spike in January 2025, remaining the most prevalent category (110 incidents, 48.9% of total crimes) and 35% above the UK average. This dominance suggests a pressing need for community-based initiatives to address personal safety concerns. Meanwhile, public order offences surged by 120% (from 5 to 11 incidents), potentially linked to post-holiday disruptions or unseasonal gatherings. Bicycle theft doubled from zero to two incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, though this small increase may reflect isolated incidents rather than a broader trend. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 80% (from 5 to 1 incidents), aligning with seasonal patterns of reduced retail activity. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.8 per 1,000, remains 84% above the UK average, indicating persistent challenges in managing community tensions. Vehicle crime rose by 33.3% (from 3 to 4 incidents), though it still remains 76% below the UK average. These shifts highlight the volatility of local crime patterns, with some categories deviating sharply from national trends while others align closely. Residents may find the sharp decline in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it suggests reduced opportunities for theft during the post-holiday lull.

Fulwood’s crime rate in January 2025 rose by 13.1% compared to December 2024’s 6.1 per 1,000, reflecting a marked upward trend. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, underscores the need for vigilance in maintaining safety. On a daily basis, Fulwood recorded an average of 7 crimes per day over the month, a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to one reported crime for every 144 residents over the course of January. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime for residents, though this is a local aggregate and not directly comparable to national statistics. The population context further highlights the scale: with 32,471 residents, even a small number of crimes can have a disproportionate impact on community perceptions of safety. Fulwood’s position as a built-up area within Preston likely influences its crime profile, with urban dynamics such as population density and local amenities shaping patterns. However, the area’s overall crime rate remains slightly below the UK average, suggesting that while challenges persist, local efforts may be yielding some benefits. The contrast between Fulwood’s performance and the UK average in specific categories—such as anti-social behaviour and public order offences—emphasizes the importance of localized strategies tailored to the area’s unique needs.