Billinge Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

February 2024 marked a notable shift in Billinge’s crime profile, with a total crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents—66.2% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, the lowest recorded in recent months, reflects a predominantly violent crime profile, where violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.9% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 21.4%, highlighting persistent community tensions in a built-up area with a population of 5,904. The seasonal context of February—characterised by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the subdued overall crime rate, though the prominence of violent offences suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining public safety. Vehicle crime. of total incidents, may be influenced by local transport patterns, such as commuter routes or industrial vehicle movements. This contrasts with other UK areas where property crime typically dominates, underscoring Billinge’s unique demographic and geographic factors. The absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary aligns with the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone, where retail and residential areas coexist without the high foot traffic seen in major urban centres. These patterns suggest that targeted interventions in high-risk violent crime categories may be more pressing than broad-spectrum measures.

The most dramatic month-on-month swing in February 2024 was a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to two incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000 residents (32% below), may indicate seasonal shifts in vehicle usage or increased exposure during colder weather. Conversely, other theft and other crime both fell by 66.7%, likely reflecting a reduction in opportunistic crimes during the winter months when outdoor activity is limited. Public order offences also declined by 50%, a trend consistent with the quieter nature of February in a built-up area where nightlife activity is typically lower. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 42.9% of all incidents—places Billinge significantly below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (60% below), suggesting a community with relatively strong social cohesion despite the presence of such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, at 21.4% of total crimes, remains a persistent issue, though its rate (0.5 per 1,000) is 52% below the UK average. These figures highlight a combination of local factors, such as the area’s proximity to industrial zones and its commuter demographics, and broader national crime trends.

February 2024 saw a 50.0% decrease in Billinge’s crime rate compared to January’s 4.7 per 1,000, underscoring a marked improvement in public safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 0 crimes per day over the 29-day period—a figure that, while technically accurate, may be misleading to residents unfamiliar with the statistical nature of such averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 422 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in stark contrast to the UK’s broader context. With a population of 5,904, Billinge’s low crime figures suggest a community where residents are less likely to encounter crime than the UK average, though the persistence of violent offences indicates room for improvement. This rate is particularly significant when compared to the UK’s overall average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting Billinge’s status as a relatively safe built-up area. The reduction in crime since January may be attributed to the winter lull in activity, though the continued prevalence of violent crime suggests that local factors—such as socioeconomic conditions or community dynamics—remain influential. These comparisons offer a nuanced picture of safety that balances both the area’s strengths and ongoing challenges.