Longridge Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

December 2024 marked a period of relative stability for Longridge, with its overall crime rate holding steady at 5.5 per 1,000 residents — 22.5% below the UK average. This performance, consistent with the area’s historical trend, reflects the characteristics of a rural district with a built-up core, where crime rates are generally lower than in major urban centres. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (29.2%) and criminal damage and arson (16.7%). While violence and sexual offences are 30% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are higher, at 70% and 70% above national rates respectively. These discrepancies may be influenced by the area’s small community size, where interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes are more visible. Seasonal factors also played a role: the Christmas shopping period and dark winter evenings likely contributed to the stability of violent crime, while the holiday season’s empty homes may have increased opportunities for criminal damage. However, the absence of significant month-on-month fluctuations suggests that local policing efforts and community cohesion have mitigated broader seasonal risks. The breakdown also highlights that other theft and vehicle crime are below UK averages, indicating that Longridge’s built-up area may benefit from lower foot traffic or targeted prevention measures compared to similar regions. Overall, the crime profile illustrates a balance between the challenges of a small rural community and the advantages of a relatively low-risk environment.

December 2024 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with criminal damage and arson surging by 166.7% compared to November, rising from three to eight incidents. This spike, though unexplained by the data, may be linked to seasonal factors such as festive decorations or increased property neglect during holiday absences. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 23.8%, from 21 to 16, a decline that aligns with the typically lower levels of violent crime during the winter months when social activity shifts indoors. Vehicle crime also dropped by 50%, from four to two incidents, possibly due to reduced public transport use or fewer outdoor activities. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage remain significantly above UK averages — anti-social behaviour is 70% higher than the national rate, a figure that may reflect the area’s small community dynamics where disputes are more visible. Meanwhile, other theft and vehicle crime are below UK levels, suggesting that Longridge’s built-up area may benefit from lower foot traffic or community vigilance compared to larger towns.

Longridge’s crime rate in December 2024 remained unchanged from November, stabilising at 5.5 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no immediate surge or decline in criminal activity, though seasonal factors may have influenced reporting patterns. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day in December, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 8,750. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 182 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the population size, underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides a tangible measure of risk relative to their community. While the daily rate is a snapshot, the monthly aggregate highlights that the area’s crime burden remains proportionally light compared to the UK average. This is especially notable in categories like violence and sexual offences, which are 30% below the national average, and public order offences, which are 78% below. These figures suggest that Longridge’s built-up area, despite its proximity to rural landscapes, maintains a crime profile distinct from larger urban centres.