Billinge Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

October 2023 saw Billinge's crime rate remain at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 8.0. This represents a 66.2% deficit compared to national figures, a position maintained through October's typically seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 62.5% of all reported incidents (10 cases) – a category where Billinge's rate of 1.7 per 1,000 is 37% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 18.8% (3 cases), with its local rate 61% below the national benchmark. This contrast with the UK's higher rates highlights Billinge's unique character as a built-up area within St Helens, where community cohesion may contribute to lower violent crime. The seasonal context of October – with clocks going back and shorter evenings – may partly explain patterns, though the area's overall safety remains evident. Drug-related incidents, while minimal (2 cases), exceeded the UK average by 50%, suggesting targeted local issues. Other crimes, though rare, showed a 100% increase month-on-month, indicating emerging trends warranting closer attention.

Violent crime in Billinge fell 28.6% month-on-month, from 14 to 10 incidents, despite Halloween's typically higher activity. This drop contrasts with the UK's 2.7 per 1,000 rate for violence, where Billinge's 1.7 per 1,000 is 37% lower. Anti-social behaviour also declined, though the category's overall low rate (0.5 per 1,000) remains 61% below the UK average. A notable shift emerged in 'other crime', which rose 100% from zero to one incident – a rare occurrence that may signal new challenges. Drug-related offences, at 0.3 per 1,000, are 50% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, suggesting localised pressures. These figures highlight Billinge's generally low crime profile while pointing to specific areas requiring attention. Residents may find the 62.5% share of violent crimes in the monthly total particularly noteworthy, as it underscores the need for continued focus on preventing such incidents.

Billinge's crime rate in October 2023 (2.7 per 1,000) marks a 33.4% decrease from the previous month's 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction is evident when considering the local context: over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 369 residents, a figure that contextualises safety levels for residents. Daily crime counts averaged approximately one per day, a rate that, while low, highlights the importance of maintaining vigilance. Compared to the UK average, Billinge's overall safety remains starkly evident, with violent crime rates 37% below national levels. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Billinge's 5,904 residents experienced only 16 crimes in October – a ratio that, when compared to larger urban areas, illustrates the area's relative security. This performance is particularly notable given the seasonal factors of October, including darker evenings and Halloween events, which typically correlate with increased crime in many UK locations. The comparison underscores Billinge's effective community policing and possibly its built-up area's characteristics, which may contribute to lower crime rates compared to more sprawling or rural regions.