Longton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Longton’s crime profile in October 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 28% of all reported incidents. This contrasts with the UK average, where such crimes make up 55% of the total. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents—45.7% below the UK average of 8.1—suggests a relatively low-risk environment. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type (26% share), aligns with patterns often seen in built-up areas with mixed-use spaces. The lower prevalence of violent crime compared to national trends may reflect Longton’s smaller population density and community-focused policing strategies. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime patterns, with October’s shorter evenings and Halloween-related activity potentially contributing to increased anti-social behaviour. Property crimes account for 36% of all incidents, a proportion lower than the UK average, which may indicate effective local measures targeting theft and burglary. The absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary—despite a 21% above UK average for burglary—suggests that while these crimes remain present, they are not dominating the local crime profile. The balance of crime types in Longton appears to reflect a combination of its urban characteristics and the seasonal rhythm of October, when community events and reduced daylight hours may amplify certain types of incidents.

October 2024 saw dramatic shifts in Longton’s crime mix, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both tripling month-on-month. Shoplifting increased from one incident to three, while vehicle crime rose from two to six—a 200% surge in both categories. This sharp rise in vehicle-related crimes may partly explain the 12% share of total incidents, which exceeds the UK average by 6%. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 31.6% (from 19 to 13), a decline that contrasts with the UK-wide trend of a 7% shortfall in this category. The violence and sexual offences category, at 28% of total crimes, remains 55% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent gap in violent crime rates between Longton and national benchmarks. Public order offences also surged, with three incidents reported in October—up from zero in September—though this remains 46% below the UK average. These fluctuations suggest that while certain crime types are intensifying, others are stabilising, possibly due to local initiatives or seasonal factors. For residents, the tripled vehicle crime rate is a concrete concern, indicating the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas and vehicle security measures.

Longton’s October 2024 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 31.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.4, yet remains significantly below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 226 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime statistics show an average of two crimes per day in Longton, a figure that, while higher than some rural areas, is consistent with the lower overall crime rate compared to national trends. When scaled to the local population of 11,301, the 50 reported crimes represent a manageable burden for community policing efforts. The previous month’s rate of 3.4 per 1,000 highlights a recent upward trend, though the area still maintains a 45.7% deficit compared to the UK average. This contrast with national figures may reflect Longton’s unique characteristics, such as its smaller population and potentially more cohesive community structures. The daily crime count, while a useful metric for residents, must be contextualised within the broader picture of Longton’s historically low crime rates and the seasonal factors influencing October’s data.