Penwortham Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 21,671, Penwortham's 127 reported crimes in June 2025 translate to approximately one crime for every 171 residents. This crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents places the area 27.2% below the UK average of 8.1, reflecting a consistently lower-than-average crime profile. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (33.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (29.9%) and vehicle crime (7.1%). These figures align with patterns seen in other built-up areas within South Ribble, where the mix of residential and commercial land use creates a moderate risk environment. Seasonal factors may contribute to the dominance of violent crime, as June marks the start of the summer period when outdoor activity increases. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes, particularly burglary and shoplifting, suggest that Penwortham's retail and residential areas may have effective security measures or lower foot traffic compared to other UK regions. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour relative to the UK average (27% higher) could indicate a need for targeted community engagement in public spaces.

June 2025 saw a 125% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 4 to 9 incidents, a shift that may reflect increased car usage during the summer months. Criminal damage and arson also doubled, moving from 4 to 8 cases, which could be linked to seasonal events or heightened maintenance work in the area. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 20% (from 5 to 4 cases), indicating improved retail security measures or changing consumer behaviour. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime type, accounting for 29.9% of total incidents, and was 27% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights a local challenge in managing public spaces, as Penwortham's built-up area likely experiences higher concentrations of social interactions compared to more rural counterparts. Meanwhile, the rate of violence and sexual offences (1.9 per 1,000) was 34% below the UK average, a notable contrast to the national trend. This may reflect the area's relatively stable community dynamics, though the 42 reported cases still represent a significant portion of the total crime count.

Penwortham's crime rate in June 2025 rose by 20.8% compared to the previous month's rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents, indicating a short-term upward trend. On a daily basis, this translates to an average of 4 crimes per day across the built-up area, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. Over the course of the month, the 127 crimes reported mean that one resident in every 171 experienced a crime, a ratio that provides context for the scale of local policing efforts. When viewed against the UK average, Penwortham's overall crime rate remains significantly lower, but the increase in anti-social behaviour (27% above UK average) suggests a specific vulnerability in community management. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes is manageable, the relative emphasis on violent and anti-social crimes could indicate a need for targeted interventions in high-risk locations. This comparison highlights that while Penwortham is generally safer than the UK average, certain crime categories require closer attention to maintain the positive trend.