Leyland Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Leyland’s crime profile in January 2026 reveals a marked dominance of violent crime over property-related incidents, a pattern that diverges from the UK average and warrants closer examination. With a total crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents—7.4% above the UK’s 6.8 per 1,000—the area’s built-up character likely plays a role in the elevated levels of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.7% of all reported crimes. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 12% for this category, suggesting that local factors such as population density or social dynamics may be contributing. Anti-social behaviour (19.8% of total crimes) and shoplifting (10.5%) also feature prominently, though both remain above the UK average. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday lull, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail footfall—may explain the lower incidence of outdoor crimes like vehicle theft (0.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000), which are 73% and 64% below the UK average, respectively. However, the sharp increase in drug-related offences (200% month-on-month) raises questions about localised pressures, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of vulnerable populations. The contrast between violent crime’s dominance and the relative stability of property crime highlights the need for targeted interventions, such as community engagement or increased policing in high-risk zones. While the overall rate is not exceptionally high compared to other urban areas, the imbalance in crime types may reflect underlying social or economic challenges that require further analysis.

January 2026 saw a stark shift in crime dynamics, with violent crimes accounting for 38.7% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than property crimes at 27.8%. This imbalance contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 12% of the total. The most dramatic increase was in drug-related offences, which surged by 200% from four to 12 incidents. This jump may partly explain the overall rise in violent crime, as drug-related conflicts often escalate into physical altercations. Meanwhile, burglary and vehicle crime fell sharply: burglary dropped 45.5% to six incidents, and vehicle crime declined 33.3% to six, likely reflecting seasonal patterns in January, when shorter days and post-holiday quietude reduce outdoor opportunities. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 22%, from 82 to 64 incidents, though this category remains 61% above the UK average. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 12% spike in violence and sexual offences, which now constitute the largest share of Leyland’s crime profile.

Leyland’s crime rate in January 2026 rose to 7.3 per 1,000 residents, a 9.9% increase from December’s 6.7 per 1,000. This places the area 7.4% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained trend in recent months. On a daily basis, 10 crimes were reported across the 31 days, translating to roughly one crime for every 137 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average in some areas, it highlights the concentration of incidents in Leyland’s built-up environment. The population of 44,211 means that the crime rate is scaled to local density, with violent crimes dominating the profile. This suggests that community-focused policing and targeted interventions may need to address the root causes of the disproportionate rise in violence and sexual offences, which are 12% above the UK average. The contrast with lower vehicle crime rates—73% below the UK average—could indicate effective measures in securing parking areas or fewer opportunities for such offences in a built-up area.