Rawtenstall Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rawtenstall's crime rate in September 2023 (7.3 per 1,000 residents) places it 8.8% below the UK average of 8.0, a position that reflects both local characteristics and seasonal influences. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for nearly 40% of all reported incidents. This figure, 116% above the UK average, suggests a unique challenge in managing public conduct, possibly linked to the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces. Violence and sexual offences (33.8% of total crimes) were 9% below the UK average, a contrast that may stem from local community initiatives or policing strategies. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university—likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as increased social interactions in public spaces may amplify such incidents. While property crimes (31 total) were relatively low compared to violent crimes (49), the specific category of burglary (10 incidents) was 56% above the UK average, highlighting vulnerabilities in residential security. This discrepancy between property and violent crime rates may indicate a combination of factors, including the area's built environment and the presence of transient populations during the academic term. The overall crime profile, therefore, illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with certain categories requiring targeted attention.

September 2023 saw a 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened traffic activity or targeted thefts during the return to school and university routines. Concurrently, robbery incidents doubled from 0 to 1, a stark but isolated increase that could be attributed to opportunistic acts. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 81.3%, likely linked to the end of summer and reduced outdoor activity. The breakdown of crime types reveals a significant disparity: anti-social behaviour accounted for 39.3% of all reported incidents, 116% above the UK average. This overrepresentation suggests a localised challenge, tied to the area's demographics or community dynamics. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences were both below UK averages, indicating areas where Rawtenstall's crime profile diverges from the national trend.

Rawtenstall's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, a 4.3% increase from the previous month's 7.0. This rise, though modest, reflects a shift in local patterns compared to the broader UK context. Daily crime figures show 5 incidents reported each day on average, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 137 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. The slight upward trend from August to September may be linked to the return of students and the transition into the academic term, which can influence social dynamics and public spaces. While the overall rate remains 8.8% below the UK average, the fluctuation highlights the need for ongoing monitoring of local factors that could influence crime trends.