Bacup Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bacup’s February 2026 crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents — 9.4% above the UK average — reveals a combination of seasonal and local factors. The most significant category, violence and sexual offences (45 incidents), accounts for 44.1% of all reported crimes, a figure that is 34% higher than the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. This elevated level of violent crime may be linked to the area’s built-up character and the limited outdoor activity typical of winter months, which can concentrate social interactions in confined spaces. Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) and criminal damage (12 incidents) also feature prominently, with the latter category 74% above the UK average. These patterns suggest that local dynamics, such as community cohesion or the presence of vulnerable populations, may be influencing crime trends. Meanwhile, the relatively low incidence of theft from the person (1 incident) and drugs offences (1 incident) — both below UK averages — indicates some success in addressing specific vulnerabilities. Seasonal context further supports the idea that February’s crime profile is shaped by the pre-spring lull, with reduced outdoor activity likely limiting opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the continued elevation of violent and property-related offences highlights the need for sustained attention to local conditions that may be exacerbating these trends.

February 2026 saw a sharp 34.1% decline in Bacup’s overall crime rate compared to January, driven by a 75% drop in public order offences and an 58% reduction in anti-social behaviour. This shift suggests a seasonal moderation in tensions that often peak during colder months. However, violent crime — the largest category at 45 incidents — remains 34% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences alone accounting for 44.1% of all reported crimes. Theft from the person rose by 100% (0 → 1), a spike that, while small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or reporting during the winter period. Conversely, other crime fell by 80% (5 → 1), potentially indicating improved community engagement or temporary resolution of specific local issues. The area’s elevated rates of criminal damage (74% above UK average) and other theft (90% above) highlight vulnerabilities in property security that persist despite the overall downward trend.

Bacup’s February 2026 crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 34.1% drop from the previous month’s rate of 10.7 per 1,000, a decline that aligns with the typical pre-spring lull in activity seen in winter months. This reduction, while significant, still leaves the area 9.4% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported in February — a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s compact built-up nature. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 143 residents, a rate that, when contextualised against Bacup’s population of 14,538, highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. However, the persistence of violent crime — which remains 34% above the UK average — suggests that targeted local factors, such as seasonal patterns or community dynamics, may still be influencing the area’s crime profile. The contrast between overall rate reductions and the continued elevation of violent offences underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of local conditions.