South Ribble Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

South Ribble's crime profile in April 2024 reveals a combination of local patterns and national trends. The overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents places the area 6.5% below the UK average, a position maintained despite a 5.1% increase from March. This stability is partly attributable to a balanced distribution of crime types, with violence and sexual offences (32.4% of all crimes) and anti-social behaviour (31.9%) forming the twin pillars of the local crime picture. The prominence of anti-social behaviour—89% above the UK average—suggests a particular challenge in managing public spaces, potentially linked to the Easter holiday's impact on foot traffic and community interactions. Meanwhile, property crimes remain relatively subdued, with vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000) both below UK averages. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and increased outdoor activity, may have influenced these patterns. The relatively low levels of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) contrast with the higher rates of anti-social behaviour, pointing to a crime profile shaped more by social dynamics than economic or spatial vulnerabilities. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour is concentrated, while the broader stability in the overall rate offers some reassurance to residents.

April 2024 marked a sharp 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 18 to 36 incidents. This surge, though not reflected in the overall rate, signals a potential shift in local patterns, possibly linked to increased traffic during the Easter period. Anti-social behaviour also climbed by 13.1%, reaching 268 incidents, a figure 89% above the UK average. This category's dominance—accounting for 31.9% of all crimes—underscores its role as a key concern for residents. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 37.5%, dropping from 8 to 5 incidents, a trend consistent with seasonal patterns as outdoor activity shifts. The drop in public order offences (28.1%) and possession of weapons (28.6%) may reflect temporary reductions in alcohol-related incidents during the Easter holidays. These swings highlight the volatility of specific categories, even as the overall rate remains stable relative to the UK.

South Ribble's crime rate in April 2024 rose by 5.1% compared to March 2024, increasing from 6.9 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though modest, suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 28 reported crimes per day during April, a figure that translates to one crime for every 138 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents assessing their personal risk, though it remains a broad aggregate measure. The population of 116,113 means that crime distribution across the district could vary significantly between urban and rural pockets. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the increase from March highlights the need to monitor local patterns, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime have shown notable fluctuations.