Fulwood Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Fulwood's September 2025 crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents marked a sustained position 20.3% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, while modest compared to national benchmarks, reflects a landscape shaped by the area's urban character within Preston's built-up environment. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 40.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 26.9%. These figures align with patterns observed in similar urban centres, where high-density living and proximity to educational institutions often correlate with elevated rates of interpersonal crime. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers' weeks—may have influenced the crime mix, as evidenced by the 26.9% share of anti-social behaviour, which could be tied to increased youth activity in public spaces. Conversely, property crimes, including burglary and shoplifting, remained below UK averages, with shoplifting at 0.2 per 1,000 (67% below the UK rate of 0.6 per 1,000). This suggests effective local measures in commercial areas, including enhanced surveillance or community policing initiatives. The overall crime rate's stability, despite seasonal transitions, indicates a resilient local system that balances the demands of an urban environment with proactive crime prevention strategies. The 7% gap between Fulwood's violence rates and the UK average (2.4 vs 2.6 per 1,000) may reflect successful community engagement efforts, though the 37% surplus in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average (1.6 vs 1.2 per 1,000) highlights areas for targeted intervention.

September 2025 saw marked fluctuations in Fulwood's crime profile. Other crime surged by 200%, driven by a sharp increase from two to six incidents, a shift that may reflect heightened awareness or reporting following recent community initiatives. Simultaneously, anti-social behaviour plummeted by 46.4%, dropping from 97 to 52 incidents—a decline that could be linked to the start of the academic year, as schools and colleges reduced public space congestion. The UK comparison reveals stark contrasts: violence and sexual offences in Fulwood (2.4 per 1,000) are 7% below the national average, yet anti-social behaviour (1.6 per 1,000) is 37% above, illustrating a combination of local demographics and broader trends. The 67% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.2 vs 0.6 per 1,000) suggests effective retail security measures in the area's commercial hubs.

Fulwood's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, a 16.8% decrease from the previous month's 7.1 per 1,000. This represents a local decline that positions Fulwood 20.3% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Daily crime activity averaged six incidents per day over the month, a figure that, while locally relevant, lacks a direct UK-wide counterpart for comparison. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 168 residents, a ratio that underscores the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national standards. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns typical of September, when back-to-school routines and university freshers' weeks may temper public disorder. The contrast between Fulwood's figures and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies in maintaining order during transitional months.