Clitheroe Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Clitheroe’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the town 27.4% below the UK average of 8.4. This relatively low rate underscores the area’s position as a safer built-up area within the rural Ribble Valley. The most significant contributors to the total crime count were anti-social behaviour (29.5% of all crimes), followed by violence and sexual offences (24.8%) and criminal damage and arson (12.4%). These patterns align with the town’s characteristics as a smaller, community-focused area where anti-social behaviour and property-related incidents are more common than in densely populated urban centres. Seasonal factors in May, including longer evenings and the presence of bank holidays, may have influenced the frequency of such crimes, as increased social activity in public spaces could contribute to higher reports of anti-social behaviour. However, the overall decline in violent crime, particularly the 43.5% reduction in violence and sexual offences compared to the previous month, suggests that local efforts or environmental factors may be mitigating risk. The relatively low rate of violent crime, which is 47% below the UK average, further reinforces Clitheroe’s status as a safer area compared to national benchmarks. This stability, combined with the seasonal context, indicates that the town’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its geographical isolation, smaller population, and the presence of community-driven initiatives that likely contribute to its lower crime rates.

May 2024 saw a marked reduction in burglary, with reported cases dropping by 80% from five to one. This decline may be linked to heightened community vigilance or seasonal factors, as longer evenings and bank holidays could have influenced local activity patterns. Conversely, public order offences increased by 75%, rising from four to seven incidents, reflecting the impact of extended daylight hours and increased socialising in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 29.5% of all crimes.8 per 1,000 slightly exceeded the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. Meanwhile, violent crime fell sharply by 43.5%, from 46 to 26 cases, a trend that may be consistent with the area’s generally lower crime profile. Other crime also rose by 100%, from one to two incidents. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with some categories responding to seasonal changes while others remain stable.

Clitheroe's crime rate in May 2024 fell to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a 20.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.7. This drop aligns with the broader trend of reduced violent crime, which fell by 43.5% as reported incidents of violence and sexual offences dropped from 46 to 26. Over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for every 164 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of crime in the area compared to national averages. On a daily basis, an average of three crimes were recorded, a figure that reflects the town’s smaller population and potentially lower exposure to high-crime environments. When contextualised against the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, Clitheroe’s current rate of 6.1 highlights a 27.4% improvement in public safety, suggesting that local measures or seasonal factors may have contributed to this decline. The population of 17,219 further underscores the manageable scale of crime in this built-up area, where community initiatives and geographical characteristics likely play a role in maintaining lower crime levels.