Billinge Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between property and violent crime in Billinge during April 2023 reveals a distinct pattern in the area's crime profile. Violent and sexual offences accounted for 55% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing property-related incidents which made up 45% of the total. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically hold a larger share. The overall crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents places Billinge 54.7% below the national average of 7.5 per 1,000, a gap that suggests either strong community resilience or effective local policing. Seasonal factors may contribute to this dynamic: as spring weather encourages more outdoor activity, the increased presence of people in public spaces could heighten the risk of interpersonal conflicts. However, the relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average indicates that Billinge's built-up area within St. Helens may benefit from a combination of lower population density, community cohesion, or targeted crime prevention measures. Violent crime rates in Billinge (1.9 per 1,000) are 27% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are also well below national benchmarks. This suggests that while violent incidents remain a priority for local authorities, the broader crime environment is comparatively stable. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter holidays and the transition from winter to spring—may have influenced the types of crimes reported, with public spaces seeing more activity as restrictions ease. However, the absence of a significant spike in property crime, despite the Easter period, hints at possible factors such as effective local surveillance or community engagement initiatives that mitigate opportunities for theft.

April 2023 saw a notable shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes decreasing by 26.7% compared to the previous month, while property-related incidents remained relatively stable. This month-on-month change highlights a potential reallocation of criminal activity, possibly influenced by seasonal transitions or local interventions. The reduction in violent and sexual offences—from 15 to 11—may reflect the impact of Easter-related community events or increased police visibility during the spring period. Conversely, other theft increased by 50%, rising from 2 to 3 incidents. This uptick in theft could indicate a shift in criminal focus toward targeted opportunities, such as unsecured vehicles or retail premises during the Easter shopping period. Violent crime rates in Billinge (1.9 per 1,000) remain 27% below the UK average, a consistent trend that underscores the area's comparative safety in this category. However, the rise in other theft, though modest in absolute terms, warrants attention for residents concerned about personal property. For context, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage rates in Billinge are 75% and 51% below UK averages respectively, suggesting that while certain types of crime are well-managed, others require more targeted action. These findings illustrate the combination of local conditions and national crime trends, with Billinge's unique characteristics shaping its own crime profile.

In comparison to the previous month, Billinge's crime rate fell by 35.4%, dropping from 5.3 to 3.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal shift toward spring, a period often associated with reduced crime in many UK areas due to increased community engagement and outdoor activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in April, a figure that, while low, remains a reminder of the need for vigilance. When scaled to the population of 5,904 residents, the monthly exposure to crime translates to roughly one incident for every 295 people—a rate significantly lower than the UK average, which typically sees one crime for every 135 residents. This lower monthly exposure suggests that Billinge's built-up area may have unique characteristics, such as a strong sense of community or effective local policing, that contribute to its comparatively safer environment. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the importance of context: while the absolute number of crimes may seem small, the relative safety of Billinge is evident when compared to broader UK trends. These figures, when combined with the month-on-month decline, illustrate an area where crime prevention efforts appear to be having a measurable impact, even as local crime patterns continue to evolve in response to seasonal and social dynamics.