Maghull Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Maghull’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 25.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This built-up area within Sefton, characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones, saw anti-social behaviour emerge as the most reported category, accounting for 36.4% of all incidents. Violence and sexual offences followed closely at 24.0%, while public order offences made up nearly 10% of the total. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and Halloween—may partly explain patterns in anti-social behaviour and property crime. With 121 crimes recorded across the month, the area’s crime profile reflects a generally lower incidence compared to national trends, though localised spikes in specific categories warrant closer attention. The low burglary rate (0.4 per 1,000) contrasts with the UK average of 0.3, suggesting a unique dynamic in Maghull’s residential security. The prevalence of anti-social behaviour, which is 71% above the UK average, hints at potential challenges in community engagement or enforcement in certain neighbourhoods. These figures, while illustrative of broader trends, must be contextualised within Maghull’s specific geography and social fabric.

October 2024 witnessed a dramatic 350% increase in burglary, rising from 2 to 9 incidents—a stark shift compared to the previous month. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, raises questions about potential vulnerabilities in residential areas. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour saw an even sharper rise of 193.3%, jumping from 15 to 44 cases, which is 71% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This category’s dominance may reflect heightened tensions during the Halloween season or challenges in managing public spaces. In contrast, shoplifting decreased by 16.7% (from 6 to 5), and vehicle crime fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), possibly linked to reduced foot traffic during October’s shorter evenings. The UK-wide comparison reveals mixed trends: while violence and sexual offences (1.4 per 1,000) are 48% below the UK average of 2.7, public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) are 7% above the national figure. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour is concentrated, while the decline in vehicle crime offers a potential model for other categories.

Maghull’s crime rate in October 2024 (6.0 per 1,000) marked a 75.3% increase from September’s 3.4 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, highlights the cumulative impact of recurring incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 168 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average but may still concern local communities. The population context—20,301 residents—scales these figures to show that the 121 crimes recorded represent a relatively small proportion of the population. However, the sharp rise in burglary and anti-social behaviour suggests that certain pockets of Maghull may require more focused policing or community initiatives. This increase, when viewed alongside the UK-wide context, illustrates both the area’s generally safer profile and the potential for rapid fluctuations in crime patterns influenced by seasonal or local factors.