Longton Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Longton, 3 crimes were reported in May 2025, placing the area 63% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 1 crime occurring for every 332 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 38.2% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (26.5%) and other theft (8.8%). These figures suggest a crime profile dominated by low-level disorder rather than serious violence or property crime. The seasonal context of May—marked by extended evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—may partly explain the prominence of anti-social behaviour, which often peaks during periods of heightened public activity. While property crime rates remain below the UK average, the relatively low overall rate suggests a community environment where informal social controls and local policing efforts may be contributing to crime prevention. The contrast with the UK average highlights Longton’s position as a relatively safe built-up area, though the seasonal spikes in anti-social behaviour indicate opportunities for targeted interventions during peak times of the year.

May 2025 saw a significant 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, while still a small absolute number, may reflect the impact of longer evenings and increased outdoor activity during the month. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 8.3%, from 12 to 13 cases, suggesting that the social dynamics of May—such as bank holidays and extended daylight hours—could be exacerbating minor disorder incidents. Conversely, several categories experienced notable declines: other crime dropped by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), other theft fell by 57% (from 7 to 3), and public order offences halved (from 2 to 1). These reductions align with the UK average for categories like public order (83% below) and shoplifting (70% below), though Longton’s performance in these areas is even stronger. The area’s violent crime rate—0.8 per 1,000—was 72% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, a statistic that would be of particular interest to residents concerned about personal safety. The month-on-month shifts underscore the importance of monitoring specific crime types rather than relying on overall aggregates, as some categories saw sharp increases while others declined sharply.

The crime rate in Longton for May 2025 (3.0 per 1,000) marked a 30.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately one crime occurring for every 332 residents over the course of the month, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local risk profile. When contextualised within the area’s population of 11,301, the monthly exposure rate—1 in 332 residents affected—suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. This stands in stark contrast to the UK average, where the equivalent monthly exposure would be significantly higher. The relatively low crime rate in Longton, combined with its consistent performance below the UK average across multiple categories, indicates a community that may benefit from strong local networks, effective policing strategies, or environmental factors that deter crime. While the absolute numbers remain small, the year-on-year comparison highlights the value of maintaining these trends, particularly in areas where crime reduction has historically been challenging.