Billinge Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences, at 14 incidents in May 2024, accounted for 42.4% of all crimes in Billinge, yet remained 15% below the UK average rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents for this category. This stark contrast to the overall UK profile highlights a unique dynamic in this built-up area within St. Helens. The area's crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents—33.3% below the UK average—reflects a combination of local factors. Anti-social behaviour (27.3% of crimes) and public order offences (9.1%) were the next most common categories, with the latter 21% below the UK average. Seasonal patterns in May, including longer evenings and bank holidays, may contribute to increased outdoor socialising, yet violent crime remained lower than expected for a built-up area. The low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) and shoplifting incidents (0.2 per 1,000)—both 66-69% below UK averages—suggest a possible correlation with local retail activity or community engagement. While property crimes accounted for only 15% of the total, the dominance of violent crime underscores a need for targeted interventions in this category, which remains 15% below the UK average despite its prominence in Billinge's crime profile.

Month-on-month changes revealed a significant shift in crime patterns: anti-social behaviour surged by 80% (5 to 9 incidents), while criminal damage and arson doubled (1 to 2). This contrasts with a 50% drop in burglary (2 to 1), a trend that may reflect seasonal changes in property security practices. The violent crime category. of all incidents, remained 15% below the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), a divergence that could be linked to Billinge's specific demographics or policing strategies. Other crime (2 incidents) rose by 100%, a figure 76% above the UK average, suggesting a need for closer monitoring of this category. For residents, the 50% decrease in burglary offers a tangible example of how local factors—such as increased community patrols or improved lighting—may influence crime trends. The surge in anti-social behaviour, however, raises questions about the impact of bank holidays and extended evenings on local social dynamics, particularly in areas with high foot traffic.

Billinge's crime rate in May 2024 rose by 17.9% compared to April's 4.7 per 1,000 residents. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 1 crime per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of 1 in 179 residents. This relatively low frequency contrasts with the UK average, where the equivalent would be significantly higher. The population context—5,904 residents—means that the 33 total crimes represent a manageable burden for local services. However, the month-on-month increase warrants scrutiny, particularly as it coincides with May's longer evenings and bank holidays, which may have influenced outdoor activity levels. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the surge in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage suggests that specific micro-trends could be amplifying local challenges. For residents, the 50% drop in burglary offers a positive benchmark, yet the 80% rise in anti-social behaviour underscores the need for targeted community engagement strategies to address emerging patterns.