Bacup Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bacup’s built-up area recorded 149 crimes in December 2023, equating to one incident for every 98 residents over the course of the month. This figure, while not uncommon in urban settings, places the area’s crime rate at 10.3 per 1,000 residents—43.1% above the UK average of 7.2. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour (29.5% of total incidents), violence and sexual offences (27.5%), and vehicle crime (9.4%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics, as December’s dark evenings, Christmas shopping activity, and empty homes over the holidays may have contributed to increased opportunities for crime. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, was 223% above the UK average, suggesting localized pressures that could be tied to the area’s social fabric or environmental factors. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly above the UK average (7% higher), remained a significant concern, influenced by the area’s demographics or social interactions. Vehicle crime’s sharp increase may be linked to holiday travel or the presence of unsecured vehicles during the festive season. The data underscores the need for targeted strategies to address anti-social behaviour and property-related offences, especially during periods of heightened activity. While the overall rate remains elevated, the slight 5.1% decline from the previous month indicates a potential slowdown in criminal activity, though further analysis will be required to determine if this trend continues.

December 2023 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 366.7%—from 3 to 14 incidents. This sharp increase may be linked to seasonal factors, such as holiday shopping or increased traffic during the festive period. Public order offences also rose by 175%, climbing from 4 to 11 incidents, potentially reflecting the impact of dark evenings and increased social gatherings. Conversely, theft from the person doubled from 0 to 1 incident, a small but notable rise. Other crime and possession of weapons both decreased, with other crime dropping by 66.7% and possession of weapons falling by 50%. These declines could indicate improved community engagement or targeted policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime type, contributing 29.5% of all incidents, and was 223% above the UK average. This stark disparity highlights the area’s unique challenges, particularly in managing disruptive behaviour during the holiday season.

In December 2023, Bacup's crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 residents marked a 5.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 10.8 per 1,000. This slight decline suggests a possible stabilization in local crime trends, though the overall rate remains significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the scale of incidents within the built-up area’s population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 98 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate, while not uncommon in similar urban settings, underscores the need for community vigilance. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Bacup’s crime levels are higher than the UK average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. These patterns may reflect the area’s specific characteristics, such as seasonal pressures or localized factors influencing criminal activity.