Leyland Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Leyland, the crime rate in May 2024 stood at 9.2 per 1,000 people, placing the area 9.5% above the UK average of 8.4. This translates to a 1-in-109 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the everyday risk faced by local communities. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (34.6% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (30.4%) and criminal damage and arson (8.4%). These patterns align with seasonal trends observed in May, when longer evenings and bank holidays may contribute to increased socialising and outdoor activity, potentially driving incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order issues. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Leyland was 13% higher than the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as community dynamics or policing strategies. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour—often linked to alcohol consumption and youth activity in public spaces—was 93% above the UK average, a figure that suggests a strong local influence on this category. The seasonal context of May, with its extended daylight hours and increased social events, likely plays a role in these patterns. Understanding these per-capita figures helps residents contextualise their personal risk, whether in navigating local streets, attending community events, or engaging with local services.

May 2024 saw notable shifts in Leyland’s crime profile, with several categories experiencing significant month-on-month changes. Other crime surged by 125%, jumping from 8 to 18 incidents, a rise that may reflect increased reporting or heightened activity in unclassified categories such as nuisance or environmental offences. Bicycle theft doubled to 2 incidents, a trend that could be linked to the arrival of warmer weather and more outdoor cycling, though the small sample size makes this speculative. Similarly, theft from the person—a rare occurrence—jumped from 0 to 1, suggesting a potential spike in opportunistic crimes during the month. Conversely, drugs-related offences fell sharply by 66.7%, from 6 to 2, indicating reduced demand or more effective policing efforts. Possession of weapons also declined by 50%, from 4 to 2, though this remains below the UK average. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts with national trends: while Leyland’s rates of violence and sexual offences (3.2 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (2.8 per 1,000) are higher than UK averages, other categories like shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.3 per 1,000) are significantly lower. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 93% increase in anti-social behaviour, which may affect community safety and quality of life. These shifts highlight the need for targeted local initiatives, though further data would be required to identify root causes.

Compared to April 2024, Leyland’s crime rate rose by 19.4%, increasing from 7.7 to 9.2 per 1,000 residents—a jump that translates to approximately 13 crimes reported each day in May. This daily figure, while modest, underscores the cumulative effect of crime over time: over the course of the month, one in every 109 residents experienced a reported crime. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, this rate suggests that residents face a higher risk than the UK average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and violence. The previous month’s rate of 7.7 per 1,000 provides a useful benchmark, showing that Leyland’s current level of crime is not only above the UK average but also represents a marked increase from recent months. This rise may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as the extended evenings and social events in May, which could contribute to higher incidences of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the disparity between Leyland and the UK average in certain categories—like the 93% above rate for anti-social behaviour—suggests that local conditions, such as community density or policing strategies, may play a role. For residents, these figures offer a tangible sense of risk: while 13 crimes per day may seem abstract, the 1-in-109 monthly exposure rate provides a concrete measure of the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life.