Longridge Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Longridge’s crime profile in May 2024 reveals a striking equilibrium between property and violent crimes, with 17 incidents each, a split that contrasts with broader UK trends where property crime typically outweighs violent crime. At 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s rate is 34.5% below the UK average, a figure that reflects its relatively low exposure to crime compared to major urban centres. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, saw a 39.3% decrease from April, though they remain 33% below the UK average for the category. This decline may be linked to seasonal factors, as May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising could have shifted activity patterns away from high-risk scenarios. Anti-social behaviour, at 12 incidents, accounts for 25% of total crimes, a figure slightly below the UK average. The surge in other theft—11 incidents, 124% above the UK average—suggests vulnerabilities in areas with high pedestrian movement or unsecured property, tied to seasonal tourism or local economic activity. The area’s low crime rate, combined with its balanced distribution of offence types, aligns with its character as a smaller built-up area within a rural district, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to lower overall crime levels.

May 2024 saw a striking increase in other theft, jumping from three to 11 incidents—a 266.7% rise—positioning it as the most common crime type in the area. This surge, which is 124% above the UK average for the category, contrasts sharply with the 39.3% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 28 to 17. The balance between property and violent crimes remained equal, with 17 incidents each, a split that diverges from typical urban profiles where property crime often dominates. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern at 12 incidents, decreased by 3% compared to the UK average. Residents may find the sharp rise in theft particularly noteworthy, as it suggests heightened vulnerability in areas with high foot traffic or unsecured premises.

Longridge's crime rate in May 2024 fell by 17.2% compared to April, dropping from 6.6 to 5.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area’s historically lower crime profile relative to the UK average, where the rate remains 34.5% below the national figure. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported incidents per day, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents when contextualised against the area’s population of 8,750. Over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for every 182 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. While the overall rate remains stable compared to previous months, the shift in crime type distribution—particularly the rise in theft-related offences—suggests evolving patterns that warrant closer attention to local security measures and community engagement.