Featherstone Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Featherstone’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.9% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure, while slightly lower than the previous month’s rate of 7.4 per 1,000, underscores the area’s ongoing challenges in maintaining a crime profile that aligns with national standards. The most prominent crime category was 'violence and sexual offences,' which accounted for 53.3% of all reported incidents (24 cases), significantly exceeding the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 (48% above). This category’s dominance likely reflects the area’s built-up nature, where concentrated populations and limited spatial dispersion may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. 'Other crime,' at 13.3% of total incidents (6 cases), also stood out, with its rate (0.9 per 1,000) 462% above the UK average (0.2 per 1,000). This anomaly may be attributed to the classification of incidents that fall outside typical categories, such as administrative or non-traditional offences. Seasonal factors, including the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours, may have influenced the lower incidence of outdoor crimes and the relative stability of property-related offences, which accounted for only 8.9% of total incidents (4 cases). However, the sharp rise in 'public order' and 'anti-social behaviour' offences—both increasing by 150% and 100% respectively—suggests a potential link to the area’s social dynamics during the winter months, when community interactions may be more confined to public spaces. These trends highlight the need for targeted awareness and community engagement, particularly as the year progresses into periods of increased social activity.

January 2026 saw stark increases in 'other crime' (+200%), 'public order' (+150%), and 'anti-social behaviour' (+100%), all of which significantly outpaced UK averages. 'Other crime' in Featherstone (0.9 per 1,000) was 462% above the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), a figure that likely reflects a combination of unclassified incidents or localized pressures. Meanwhile, 'violence and sexual offences' fell by 31.4% (from 35 to 24), though the category still exceeded the UK average by 48% (2.5 per 1,000). This shift in crime mix—from a violent-centric profile in December to a more varied one in January—suggests evolving patterns that may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as post-holiday transitions or changes in community activity. Residents should be particularly vigilant regarding 'other crime,' which saw the most dramatic rise, as it may encompass a range of unclassified but impactful incidents.

Featherstone’s crime rate in January 2026 (7.0 per 1,000) marked a 6.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. However, the overall rate remains 2.9% above the UK average, indicating persistent challenges relative to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day over the month, a figure that underscores the local rhythm of incidents rather than an overwhelming surge. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 144 residents over the course of January, a monthly aggregate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of approximately 6,468 people. While the decrease from December suggests some stabilization, the rate remains a point of concern for residents, particularly given the sharp increases in specific categories such as other crime and public order offences. This contrast between overall trends and category-specific shifts illustrates the complexity of local crime dynamics, requiring nuanced interpretation beyond raw numbers.