Longton Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Longton's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 61.0% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked a significant deviation from national trends, reflecting a generally safer environment within this built-up area of South Ribble. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (accounting for 38.2% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (29.4%) and shoplifting (11.8%). These figures suggest a mix of localised issues and broader societal patterns. Violence and sexual offences, while lower than the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), remain a concern, with their rate 53% below the national benchmark. Anti-social behaviour, though also below the UK average (1.2 per 1,000), highlights persistent challenges in community engagement and public order. The relatively low shoplifting rate (0.4 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.7 per 1,000) indicates effective retail security measures or a smaller retail footprint. Seasonal factors may have influenced these trends: April’s Easter period and spring weather typically increase outdoor activity, which could explain the focus on public order issues. However, the absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary—both below UK averages—suggests that Longton’s built-up character, with limited high-traffic commercial zones, contributes to its lower rates. The overall crime profile aligns with that of a low-density suburban or rural area, where community policing and lower population density may naturally curb certain types of crime. While direct causes, the combination of seasonal activity and local infrastructure likely plays a role in shaping these outcomes.

April 2024 brought notable increases in specific crime categories, with shoplifting surging by 300% compared to March, rising from one reported incident to four. This sharp jump may be linked to Easter-related retail activity, though the overall shoplifting rate remains 40% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences also saw a marked increase, rising by 116.7% from six to 13 incidents—a troubling trend that could reflect heightened social tensions or increased reporting during the Easter period. Anti-social behaviour doubled from five to 10 cases, tied to the influx of visitors or seasonal gatherings. All crime categories in Longton remain significantly below the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 53% below, anti-social behaviour 26% below, and shoplifting 40% below. This contrast with national patterns suggests that Longton’s built-up area within South Ribble may benefit from targeted local initiatives or community cohesion. Residents should be particularly vigilant around retail areas during peak shopping periods, as shoplifting increases could indicate vulnerabilities in security protocols. a direct link between these rises and broader societal factors, but the timing aligns with seasonal shifts in population and activity.

Longton’s crime rate in April 2024 (3.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a 70.1% increase from the previous month’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000, reflecting a sharp upward trend. On a daily basis, Longton recorded roughly one crime per day in April, a figure that, while modest, indicates a consistent presence of criminal activity within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 332 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 11,301, underscores the relatively low frequency of crime compared to national averages. This monthly aggregate highlights the importance of community vigilance, particularly as the rate has risen from March. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Longton’s crime dynamics are distinct from the UK average, where the equivalent rate would equate to significantly higher numbers of incidents. For residents, this means that while the overall environment remains safer than the UK average, the recent increase suggests a need for heightened awareness of local hotspots, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour and shoplifting have risen. The comparison to the previous month also illustrates the volatility of crime trends, with a 70% jump in the rate over just one month—a figure that, while not uncommon in seasonal contexts, warrants attention from local authorities and community groups.