Clitheroe Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Clitheroe’s crime rate for May 2025 was 7.3 per 1,000, placing it 9.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while slightly higher than April’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000, remains a marked improvement compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (31.2% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (30.4%) and criminal damage and arson (8.8%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal context, as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays may have contributed to increased social activity, driving incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Clitheroe is 19% lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or demographic factors that mitigate such crimes. However, anti-social behaviour remains significantly above the national average, linked to the town’s character as a built-up area within a rural district, where community interactions and public spaces may play a role. The relatively low rates of property crime, such as shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000), both below UK averages, indicate that Clitheroe’s residents may benefit from a combination of local policing strategies and the area’s smaller scale, which could limit opportunities for such offences. These findings suggest that while Clitheroe’s overall crime profile is more favourable than the UK average, targeted efforts may still be needed to address specific categories like anti-social behaviour, which are higher in the area.

May 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting, burglary, and possession of weapons, with shoplifting rising 200% from 2 to 6 incidents. These jumps may reflect seasonal factors, such as bank holidays and extended evenings, which could drive opportunistic crime. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 57.1%, aligning with broader trends of reduced theft in this category. The breakdown of crime types reveals a mixed picture: violence and sexual offences, at 2.3 per 1,000, are 19% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour, at 2.2 per 1,000, is 55% above the national rate. This disparity highlights the complexity of local crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour linked to the area’s social dynamics during peak social hours. For residents, the 200% increase in shoplifting underscores a need for vigilance in retail areas, particularly during holiday periods.

Clitheroe’s crime rate in May 2025 rose by 27.6% compared to April’s 5.7 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local crime dynamics. On average, 4 crimes were reported daily in May, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the population. This increase contrasts with the area’s overall performance relative to the UK average, where Clitheroe’s crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 remains 9.9% lower than the national figure. The population of 17,219 means that each resident faces a slightly higher risk compared to previous months, though still within a range that suggests localised factors may be influencing trends. The shift from April to May could be linked to seasonal changes, such as extended evenings and increased social activity, which may contribute to certain types of crime.