Longridge (Ribble Valley) Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Longridge (Ribble Valley) maintained a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents in July 2023, 26.5% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s consistently lower crime profile, which may be influenced by its character as a small built-up area within a largely rural district. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (22 incidents, 41.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (10, 18.9%) and criminal damage and arson (8, 15.1%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month marked by festivals, tourism, and school holidays. While violence and sexual offences remained the largest category, their rate was 10% below the UK average, suggesting local factors—such as community policing or social cohesion—may contribute to this discrepancy. Anti-social behaviour also fell 23% from June, linked to reduced public gatherings during the summer. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson, though still below the overall UK rate for most categories, surged 60% month-on-month, highlighting a potential vulnerability in managing outdoor events or property maintenance during peak tourist season. This data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing strategies that shape Longridge’s crime picture.

July 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 1 to 3. This spike may partly explain a broader shift in the crime mix, as property crimes (18) accounted for 34% of total offences, compared to violent crimes (22) at 41.5%. While violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, they were 10% below the UK average, consistent with Longridge’s generally lower crime profile. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose by 60%, reaching 8 incidents—41% above the UK average for this category. This anomaly may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor events or festivals during peak summer. Vehicle crime plummeted by 75%, falling from 4 to 1, likely due to reduced car theft opportunities during school holidays or heightened community vigilance in a small built-up area.

Longridge's crime rate in July 2023 rose by 8.2% compared to June, from 5.6 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a slight uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in a small built-up area. When viewed over the entire month, one crime was reported for every 165 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in this population. This monthly exposure rate is particularly relevant for residents, as it illustrates the likelihood of encountering crime in a community where most individuals remain unaffected. The population context further highlights that Longridge’s crime profile, while showing a slight upward trend, remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or policing strategies—may be playing a role in maintaining overall safety.