Bacup Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bacup's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 10.7 per 1,000 residents, 32.1% above the UK average of 8.1. Anti-social behaviour (36.8% of all crimes) and violence and sexual offences (30.3%) dominated the crime profile, with public order offences (9.0%) also notable. These patterns align with May's seasonal dynamics, where longer evenings and bank holidays may contribute to increased outdoor socialising and associated anti-social activity. The area's crime mix shows a distinct focus on public disorder compared to the UK average, where anti-social behaviour accounts for just 1.4 per 1,000. This divergence could reflect local factors such as community demographics, public space usage, or policing priorities. Meanwhile, shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) both sit below UK averages, suggesting that targeted interventions in these areas may be yielding results. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting (+75%) highlights the volatility of crime trends in smaller communities, where a few incidents can significantly shift statistics. The overall rate, while lower than April's 14.2, still underscores the need for sustained efforts to address high-impact categories like anti-social behaviour, which affects local quality of life.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in May 2025 was a 75% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 4 to 7. This surge, while modest in absolute terms, contrasts with a 58.3% drop in criminal damage and arson, which fell from 24 to 10. The shift in crime mix saw violent crimes (47) and anti-social behaviour (57) dominate, with the latter 175% above the UK average. Vehicle crime and other theft both decreased by 50% and 33.3% respectively, potentially reflecting changes in local activity patterns or enforcement. Anti-social behaviour, accounting for 36.8% of all crimes, remains a stark outlier compared to the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. Residents may find the 25% below UK average for shoplifting a useful insight, though this category's small numbers mean it could swing rapidly with local events.

Bacup's crime rate in May 2025 fell by 25.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 14.2 to 10.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline, while significant, still places the area 32.1% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 5 incidents per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a persistent level of activity despite the downward trend. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-94 residents highlights the frequency of crime in a community of 14,538 people. While the reduction suggests potential effectiveness in recent policing efforts or seasonal shifts, the absolute number of crimes remains high for a small area. This context underscores the need for continued attention to local factors influencing crime patterns, such as public spaces and social dynamics.