Fulwood Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Fulwood recorded 277 crimes, equating to one incident for every 117 residents in a population of 32,471. This volume, while modest, reflects the built-up nature of the area within Preston, where density and seasonal activity intersect to influence crime patterns. The overall crime rate stood at 8.5 per 1,000, 1.2% below the UK average of 8.6, a narrow margin that suggests local factors may temper broader trends. Violence and sexual offences (97 cases, 35% of total) and anti-social behaviour (95 cases, 34.3%) dominated the crime mix, with the latter significantly exceeding the UK average by 87%. This surge may be consistent with July’s peak summer context, where festivals, open-air events, and school holidays contribute to higher foot traffic and social interactions in public spaces. Meanwhile, violent crime rates were 1% below the UK average, a slight but notable deviation that could indicate effective policing or community initiatives in addressing aggression. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with property crimes (55 cases) comprising 20% of the total, a lower share than the UK average. This contrast may reflect Fulwood’s urban character, where personal safety concerns often outweigh property-related risks. Seasonal factors, including the absence of students during summer holidays and the influx of tourists, may further shape these dynamics, with some categories like shoplifting declining sharply (76.2% drop) while others, such as anti-social behaviour, surged. These patterns highlight the importance of context-specific analysis, as national averages may not always capture the nuances of local conditions.

July 2025 saw a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from 0 to 1, a rare spike that may reflect the area’s exposure during peak summer events. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 61%, reaching 95 incidents, which is 87% above the UK average for this category. This jump aligns with the seasonal context of July, a month marked by festivals and outdoor gatherings in Fulwood, which may amplify public disorder. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 76.2%, dropping from 21 to 5, a decline consistent with the UK average for this category. Vehicle crime also increased by 60%, from 5 to 8, linked to the area’s proximity to major roads or increased traffic during summer. These shifts highlight the combination of local activity and crime trends, with some categories aligning closely with national patterns while others deviate significantly.

Fulwood’s crime rate in July 2025 rose 9.5% from 7.8 to 8.5 per 1,000 residents, marking the first increase in the past year. This shift, though modest, contrasts with a broader trend of stability in the area. On a daily basis, the 277 reported crimes translate to roughly 9 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the density of the built-up area within Preston. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 117 residents, a metric that highlights the relative frequency of incidents in a population of 32,471. While the overall rate remains slightly below the UK average, the month-on-month rise underscores the need to monitor patterns in specific crime categories, such as anti-social behaviour, which surged by 61%. This daily and monthly context is critical for residents and local authorities to assess risk and allocate resources effectively, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or seasonal activity.