Rawtenstall Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 19,878 residents, Rawtenstall's 174 reported crimes in June 2024 equate to 8.8 crimes per 1,000 people—a rate 7.3% above the UK average of 8.2. This figure, while not extreme, underscores the need for targeted policing in an area that balances residential and commercial zones. The breakdown reveals a striking dominance of anti-social behaviour (34.5% of all crimes) and violence (33.9%), both of which align with the social dynamics of a built-up area within Rossendale. Anti-social behaviour, at 3.0 per 1,000, is 114% above the UK average, suggesting potential challenges in managing public spaces or addressing community tensions. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly above the UK average, remain a core concern for local authorities. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may influence these patterns, as increased foot traffic in retail areas or leisure spaces could contribute to anti-social incidents. However, the absence of major spikes in property crimes (burglary, vehicle crime, shoplifting) contrasts with typical summer trends, due to effective local policing or community initiatives. The data also highlights a notable dip in public order offences (34% below UK average), which may reflect improved crowd management or reduced alcohol-related incidents in public spaces. While the overall crime rate remains within acceptable bounds for a town of this size, the sharp deviation in anti-social behaviour rates indicates a need for further analysis of local factors, such as community engagement programs or environmental design solutions to mitigate disruptive behaviour.

June 2024 saw significant spikes in specific crime types, with theft from the person, shoplifting, and robbery each doubling from zero or previous levels. These increases, though small in absolute terms, indicate potential vulnerabilities in public spaces or targeted areas. Conversely, other crime and drugs offences both fell sharply—by 57.1% and 37.5% respectively—suggesting possible reductions in low-level disorder or drug-related activity. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 34.5% of all crimes and 114% above the UK average. This stark deviation from national trends may reflect local factors such as community dynamics or seasonal events. The drop in shoplifting (68% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (33% below) could be linked to increased police patrols or seasonal retail patterns. Residents may find the 100% increase in robbery particularly concerning, as it signals a sudden shift in criminal focus.

Rawtenstall's crime rate in June 2024 rose to 8.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.3% increase from 8.6 per 1,000 in May. This shift, though modest, reflects ongoing trends in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, 6 crimes were reported in June, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-114 residents highlights the frequency with which residents encounter crime. This rate is slightly higher than the UK average but remains within a range consistent with other built-up areas of similar size. The population context—19,878 residents—means that even small fluctuations in crime numbers can have measurable impacts on community safety perceptions. The combination of a stable population and seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity in June, may contribute to the observed rates. These figures, while not extreme, warrant attention to local policing strategies and community engagement initiatives.