Leyland Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Leyland, 8.5 crimes were reported in May 2025, placing the area 4.9% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 118 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. Anti-social behaviour (118 incidents) and violence and sexual offences (116 incidents) dominated the crime picture, accounting for 62.4% of all recorded crimes. These patterns align with Leyland’s urban character, where high foot traffic in residential and retail zones may contribute to persistent anti-social activity. The seasonal shift to longer evenings in May, coupled with bank holidays, likely amplified outdoor socialising and associated disorder. Shoplifting, though a smaller share of total crimes (8.0%), saw a notable spike in May, reflecting the influence of retail activity during the month. This data suggests that while Leyland’s overall crime rate remains close to the national average, targeted interventions in high-risk areas could address specific trends like the sharp rise in shoplifting.

May 2025 saw three significant month-on-month changes: possession of weapons increased by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents), other crime rose by 125% (4 to 9), and shoplifting jumped by 57.9% (19 to 30). These shifts highlight emerging concerns, particularly the 150% rise in weapon possession, which may signal underlying tensions or unaddressed issues in local communities. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.7 per 1,000, was 90% above the UK average, a stark contrast to categories like public order offences (31% below UK average) and drugs (64% below UK average). The balance between property and violent crimes also shifted: property crimes (104) accounted for 27.7% of total incidents, while violent crimes (116) made up 30.9%. This suggests a slight increase in violent crime relative to property crime compared to previous months. For residents, the 57.9% rise in shoplifting offers a tangible example of how seasonal factors—such as increased foot traffic during May bank holidays—can directly impact local crime patterns.

Leyland’s crime rate in May 2025 (8.5 per 1,000) marked a 4.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 12 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a built-up urban environment. When scaled to the population of 44,211 residents, this means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 118 residents—a rate that, while modest, is 4.9% higher than the UK average. This comparison highlights Leyland’s position relative to national trends, though local factors such as the density of residential and commercial areas may contribute to the slightly elevated rate. The monthly exposure figure (1 in 118) provides a practical lens for residents to assess risk: it means that, on average, every household in Leyland faces a low but measurable chance of experiencing a crime during a typical month. This context is crucial for understanding how Leyland’s crime profile interacts with its urban character and seasonal dynamics.