Clitheroe Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Clitheroe’s November 2024 crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents places it 44.7% below the UK average, highlighting its status as a relatively safe built-up area within Ribble Valley. This figure, which represents a 16.0% decline from the previous month, is consistent with the area’s historical trend of maintaining lower-than-average crime levels. The most common crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 30.1% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (28.8%) and shoplifting (8.2%). These patterns may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the darker evenings of November, which can exacerbate anti-social behaviour and public order issues. The reduction in violent crime compared to October could be linked to the end of the academic term, which typically sees a decrease in youth-related incidents. Shoplifting’s 25% monthly decline may reflect the post-Black Friday lull in retail activity, though the 100% increase in burglary raises questions about potential vulnerabilities in property security. The area’s overall crime profile suggests a balance between community-focused policing efforts and the challenges of managing seasonal fluctuations in crime types. With 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents, Clitheroe’s performance contrasts sharply with the UK average, indicating a successful combination of local initiatives and demographic factors that contribute to its lower crime rate.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary, drugs-related offences, and public order incidents each rising by 100% compared to October. This increase may reflect heightened activity during darker evenings or the impact of Bonfire Night events. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 38.2%, likely tied to the end of the academic term and reduced social gatherings. Shoplifting also fell by 25%, possibly linked to the post-Black Friday lull in retail activity. Anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent category, contributing 30.1% of all crimes, and is 17% above the UK average for this type. This disparity suggests local challenges in managing community conduct, particularly during the shorter daylight hours of November. Residents may find the 1-in-236 monthly exposure rate reassuring, though the rise in burglary underscores the need for continued vigilance in securing properties.

Clitheroe's November 2024 crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 16.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.1, reflecting a continued trend of relative safety in the area. This reduction places the built-up area significantly below the UK average of 7.6, underscoring its position as a low-crime locality. On a daily basis, approximately two crimes were reported each day in November, a figure that, while modest, remains consistent with the area’s historical patterns. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 236 residents, illustrating a manageable level of exposure for local households. When scaled to the population of 17,219, this translates to a low probability of experiencing crime, with the majority of residents unlikely to encounter any incident. The comparison to national averages highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the area’s socio-economic stability, though seasonal factors such as darker evenings and reduced retail activity may contribute to the sustained low rate.