Longridge Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,750, Longridge’s 51 reported crimes in October 2024 equate to 0.58% of residents being directly involved in criminal incidents — a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s unique crime profile. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents, 28.4% below the UK average of 8.1, underscores Longridge’s position as a relatively safe locality. However, the distribution of crimes reveals a complex picture: anti-social behaviour accounted for 35.3% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (31.4%) and burglary (5.9%). This mix suggests that community-based issues and interpersonal conflicts are driving much of the local crime burden, a pattern consistent with smaller, more tightly-knit rural areas where social dynamics can amplify certain types of offences. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings in October and the proximity to Halloween, likely contributed to the 200% rise in public order offences, which may include alcohol-related incidents or disturbances linked to the holiday. The lower-than-average rates for burglary, vehicle crime, and other theft — all below UK benchmarks — indicate that property-related crimes are not a dominant concern in Longridge, possibly due to the area’s rural character and lower population density. The 5.8 per 1,000 rate, though lower than the UK average, does not mask the need for targeted interventions in areas such as anti-social behaviour, which remains significantly above national levels. This highlights the importance of balancing localised challenges with the broader context of national crime trends.

October 2024 saw a stark increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 3 — a 200% surge — marking a significant shift in the crime mix. This rise aligns with the seasonal context of darker evenings and Halloween, which may have contributed to heightened community tensions or increased alcohol-related incidents. Meanwhile, other crime and possession of weapons both doubled compared to September, suggesting potential underreporting or emerging patterns. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75%, possibly linked to seasonal factors or effective local initiatives. The area’s violent crime rate of 1.8 per 1,000 — 33% below the UK average — highlights a relative strength in managing more severe offences. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.1 per 1,000, remains 63% above the UK average, indicating a localised challenge that may reflect community-specific pressures. For residents, the 200% increase in public order offences is a concrete data point that could inform local safety strategies or community engagement efforts.

In October 2024, Longridge’s crime rate rose to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, an 8.6% increase from the previous month’s 5.4. This upward trend, though modest, places the area’s monthly crime count at 51 — roughly 2 crimes reported every day. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 172 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. With a population of 8,750, this rate remains lower than the UK average, which sits at 8.1 per 1,000. The area’s relatively low crime rate, even with the monthly increase, underscores its position as a safer-than-average locality. However, the shift in crime type distribution — particularly the sharp rise in public order incidents — introduces a new layer to the local crime picture. This suggests that while the overall burden of crime remains manageable, certain categories warrant closer attention. The 1-in-172 monthly exposure figure, when viewed alongside the 28.4% deficit to the UK average, reinforces the area’s distinctiveness in terms of crime dynamics.