Billinge Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,904 residents, Billinge recorded 24 crimes in September 2023, translating to a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 people. This figure is 48.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relatively low exposure to crime. The breakdown of incidents reveals a stark dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 58.3% of all reports, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.5%) and criminal damage and arson (12.5%). This pattern contrasts with national trends, where violent crimes typically represent a smaller share of total incidents. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may contribute to the elevated levels of violent crime, as increased social activity in local areas could heighten opportunities for such offences. However, the area’s crime profile also shows notable disparities when compared to the UK average: anti-social behaviour and criminal damage rates are 63% and 17% below national levels, respectively, suggesting that community policing or environmental factors may be effective in mitigating these categories. The relatively low incidence of property crimes, with only 5 reported, further underscores the area’s unique characteristics, linked to its built-up nature within St. Helens, where public spaces may be more monitored or community cohesion plays a role in deterring theft. While the overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, the month-on-month increase in violent offences raises questions about how local dynamics, such as the timing of school terms or community events, may influence crime patterns in the coming months.

September 2023 marked a significant rise in violent crimes, which more than doubled from 7 to 14, contributing to 58.3% of all reported incidents. This surge, alongside a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson (from 0 to 3), suggests a shift in the crime mix towards more severe offences. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 25%, falling from 4 to 3, a trend that may reflect seasonal changes as nights draw in and community activity shifts. The rate of drugs-related crimes in Billinge was 50% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories that were substantially below national benchmarks. For residents, the doubling of violence and sexual offences is a critical insight, as it indicates a need for targeted community engagement or policing strategies in the coming months.

September 2023 saw a 41.3% increase in Billinge’s crime rate compared to August, rising from 2.9 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This shift reflects a localised uptick in reported incidents, though the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in September, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents for a population of nearly 6,000. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 246 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population density. This rate is lower than the UK average, which suggests that Billinge’s built-up environment within St. Helens may have structural or community factors that contribute to its comparatively safer profile. However, the rise from August highlights the need for continued monitoring of trends, particularly in categories like violence and sexual offences, which saw a doubling in reported cases.