Penwortham Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Penwortham’s crime rate for April 2023 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 38.7% below the UK average of 7.5. This lower-than-average rate, despite a 9.8% month-on-month increase, highlights the area’s generally safer profile. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, accounted for 35 incidents (35.0% of total crimes), yet remained 38% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 32 cases (32.0%), though this figure was 27% higher than the UK average, reflecting local challenges in managing public disorder. The spring season, marked by Easter and increased outdoor activity, likely contributed to patterns in violence and anti-social behaviour, which often rise with warmer weather and community gatherings. Other theft, at 7 cases, was 46% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in preventing property crime. While the overall rate remains low, the upward trend in specific crime types—particularly theft from the person and bicycle theft—warrants attention. These spikes may be linked to temporary factors such as seasonal transitions or changes in local activity, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring.

April 2023 saw three crimes— theft from the person, possession of weapons, and bicycle theft—each doubling from zero to one or two incidents. This spike, while small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in criminal activity that residents should note. Violence and sexual offences fell by 14.6%, from 41 to 35 cases, a drop that may reflect seasonal changes or targeted interventions. However, anti-social behaviour remains a concern, with rates 27% above the UK average. This category, accounting for 32 incidents, underscores the persistent challenge of managing public disorder. Residents are advised to remain cautious, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during the Easter period, when increased outdoor activity may contribute to specific crime trends.

Penwortham’s crime rate rose slightly to 4.6 per 1,000 in April 2023, up 9.8% from the previous month’s 4.2. While this increase is modest, it underscores the need for vigilance. Locally, this translates to approximately three crimes reported each day, a figure that reflects the area’s current dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 217 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides context for individual risk. This rate remains lower than the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, but the upward trend suggests that local factors—such as seasonal activity or community patterns—may be influencing crime levels. The population of 21,671 means that even small shifts in crime can have visible impacts, particularly in densely populated areas like Penwortham’s built-up zones.