Bacup Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Bacup, 11.6 crimes were reported in November 2024 — a figure 52.6% higher than the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This rate translates to roughly one reported crime for every 87 residents over the course of the month, a daily average of six crimes across the built-up area. The most significant contributor to this elevated rate was anti-social behaviour, which made up 36.3% of all crimes, nearly three times the UK average for this category. Violent crimes and criminal damage followed, each exceeding their respective UK averages by 32% and 128% respectively. These patterns align with November’s seasonal rhythms: the onset of darker evenings, the timing of Bonfire Night, and the pre-Christmas retail surge. Anti-social behaviour, often linked to alcohol-fuelled incidents in local pubs and public spaces, may partly explain the sharp divergence from the UK average. Similarly, the spike in violence and sexual offences could reflect increased social interactions during the late autumn period. The high rate of criminal damage and arson — 128% above the UK average — may be connected to Bacup’s character as a small urban centre with a mix of residential and industrial areas, where vandalism could be more concentrated. While property crimes accounted for 25.6% of the total, the overwhelming focus on violent and disorderly offences suggests a different crime profile than in more suburban or rural regions. This contrast with the UK average highlights the need for tailored local strategies, given the specific demographic and geographic factors shaping Bacup’s crime profile.

November 2024 saw significant shifts in crime trends for Bacup. Other crime increased by 150% month-on-month, rising from two to five incidents — a sharp jump that may reflect the introduction of new enforcement challenges or unmet demand for services. Bicycle theft also doubled, with one incident reported in November compared to none in October, potentially linked to increased cycling during darker evenings or the timing of Black Friday shopping. Shoplifting rose by 100%, from two to four incidents, a figure that may be partly explained by the pre-Christmas retail environment. Conversely, other theft decreased by 22.2%, and vehicle crime dropped by 16.7%, due to reduced car usage during holiday periods. Anti-social behaviour, already 278% above the UK average, remains the most significant category, with 61 incidents reported — a number that could be exacerbated by the concentration of social hubs in the area. The UK average for this category is 1.1 per 1,000, but Bacup’s rate of 4.2 per 1,000 suggests a localised issue that may require targeted interventions. The 200% above UK average for robbery — four incidents in total — is particularly striking, though the small number of cases makes it difficult to determine if this is a persistent trend or an anomaly. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of crime in Bacup, where seasonal factors and local conditions can amplify or mitigate specific types of offending.

Bacup’s crime rate in November 2024 rose by 9.2% compared to the previous month’s rate of 10.6 per 1,000, reflecting a continuing upward trend. This increase, while modest, underscores the growing challenge of maintaining public safety in the area. On a daily basis, 6 crimes were reported in November — a figure that, while seemingly low in absolute terms, represents a significant risk when scaled to the local population. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 87 residents, a statistic that illustrates the tangible impact of crime on everyday life. Given Bacup’s population of 14,538, this means that nearly 170 residents experienced a crime in November, a number that may feel more immediate in a close-knit community. The comparison to the UK average highlights the disparity: while the national rate is 7.6 per 1,000, Bacup’s rate is nearly double, suggesting a need for context-specific approaches to crime prevention. The UK average for anti-social behaviour is 1.1 per 1,000, but Bacup’s rate of 4.2 per 1,000 indicates a much higher prevalence of this type of offending, which may be linked to the built-up nature of the area and the density of social interactions. These figures, while stark, provide a factual baseline for understanding the local crime profile and the potential for targeted interventions.