Aintree Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,670, 45 crimes in July 2024 equate to 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents — a rate 19% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure translates to one crime occurring for every 148 residents over the course of the month, a relatively low frequency compared to national trends. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 24.4% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (20.0%) and anti-social behaviour (17.8%). These patterns align with seasonal factors typical of July, when schools are closed, tourism peaks, and outdoor events draw crowds to the area. The drop in violence and sexual offences compared to previous months may partly explain the overall decline in crime rates. Shoplifting, however, stands out as a significant concern, with rates 106% above the UK average — a figure that could be linked to the area’s retail presence and increased foot traffic during summer. Anti-social behaviour, while down from previous months, still remains a notable issue, though its rate is 17% below the UK average. The combination of these factors illustrates a community experiencing both localized challenges and broader seasonal influences.

July 2024 saw a stark contrast in crime trends compared to June, with burglary increasing by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents). This surge, though small in absolute terms, highlights a potential shift in criminal activity patterns during the summer months. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 61.9% (from 21 to 8), and violence and sexual offences fell by 47.6% (from 21 to 11), suggesting a possible correlation with the summer break and reduced presence of students or transient populations. Shoplifting rates remain elevated, at 1.4 per 1,000 residents — 106% above the UK average — a figure that may be driven by the area’s retail density and the influx of tourists during July. Drug-related crimes also spiked, with a rate 173% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000 residents), though the small number of incidents (4 total) means further analysis is needed to determine whether this reflects a genuine trend or statistical fluctuation. Public order offences, though down from June, still exceeded the UK average by 25%, indicating ongoing challenges in managing crowd-related incidents during peak tourist periods.

July 2024 marked a significant improvement compared to June, with the crime rate falling from 12.1 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents — a 44.4% decrease. This drop translates to one crime occurring for every 148 residents over the course of the month, a figure that is both lower than the previous month and well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in July, a rate that is likely influenced by the seasonal lull in activity during school holidays. For residents, this means that the likelihood of encountering a crime is relatively low compared to both the national average and the previous month. However, the disparity in specific crime types — such as shoplifting and drug offences — suggests that certain areas or demographics within Aintree may require targeted attention. The contrast between the overall decline and the persistence of elevated rates in certain categories underscores the complexity of local crime patterns, which must be viewed through both a national and community-specific lens. These figures provide a useful benchmark for understanding how Aintree’s crime profile compares to both its historical trends and the broader UK context.