Longridge Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Longridge (Ribble Valley) recorded a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.5% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safer built-up areas within the region, though the crime profile reflects the unique dynamics of a small, rural-adjacent community. The most prevalent crimes were anti-social behaviour (31.3% of all incidents) and violence and sexual offences (31.3%), both of which suggest challenges in managing public conduct during the peak summer season. The seasonal context of July—characterized by schools being out, tourism peaks, and festivals—likely contributes to the high volume of anti-social behaviour, as increased foot traffic and events can strain local resources and amplify disputes. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of burglary (1.5%) and public order offences (3.0%) align with the area’s character as a quieter, less densely populated built-up area, where community cohesion and lower population density may help mitigate certain types of crime. The UK comparison highlights Longridge’s relative safety, but the dominance of anti-social behaviour and violence underscores the need for targeted interventions to address these issues, particularly during the summer months when community engagement and event management become critical. The overall stability in the crime rate, despite fluctuations in specific categories, suggests that while Longridge remains a generally safe place, localized efforts may be required to tackle the most pressing concerns.

July 2025 brought stark contrasts in crime trends across Longridge. Vehicle crime saw an unprecedented 300% increase, rising from one reported incident in June to four in July—a shift that may reflect heightened summer activity or changes in local traffic patterns. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 62.5%, dropping from eight to three incidents, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor events or community-focused initiatives during peak tourism periods. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime, accounting for 31.3% of all incidents, and significantly outpaced the UK average by 55%. This category’s dominance suggests ongoing challenges in managing public conduct, particularly during the busy summer season. Meanwhile, burglary and public order offences both declined, with burglary falling by 50% and public order incidents dropping by 33.3%, indicating the effectiveness of targeted policing or community engagement efforts in recent months.

Longridge’s crime rate in July 2025 remained stable compared to June, declining by just 1.4% to 7.7 per 1,000 residents from 7.8 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime patterns, though localized changes in specific categories are evident. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate but may feel more pronounced in smaller communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 131 residents, a measure that contextualizes the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when considering the population-scaled perspective, reflecting Longridge’s position as a relatively safer built-up area within Ribble Valley. The stability in the overall rate, combined with localized decreases in certain crime types, underscores the importance of tracking specific categories to identify emerging trends that might not be apparent in aggregated figures.