Billinge Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a slight uptick in crime for Billinge, a built-up area within St. Helens, with the overall crime rate rising to 3.4 per 1,000 residents—a 25.1% increase from October. Despite this, the area remains 55.3% below the UK average, a position that underscores its relatively low crime profile. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all incidents, followed by burglary and anti-social behaviour at 10% each. This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal crime rather than property-related offences, a trend consistent with the area's character as a small urban centre where community interactions and local events may influence crime patterns. Seasonal factors such as the darkening evenings of November and the timing of events like Bonfire Night may have contributed to the rise in violent crime. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000) is 34% lower than Billinge's rate, a disparity that could reflect local challenges in addressing such offences despite the overall lower crime environment. Meanwhile, the area's burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) is 3% below the UK average, due to the relatively low number of properties in Billinge compared to larger urban areas. This suggests that while the area is not immune to property crime, its scale is limited by its built-up nature. The presence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences—both significantly below the UK average—indicates that community management strategies may be effective in curbing these types of incidents. However, the sudden rise in 'other crime' and 'possession of weapons' to 100% above zero highlights the need for ongoing monitoring, as these categories are more volatile and less predictable. Overall, the data illustrates a community that is generally safer than the national average but experiencing specific challenges in certain crime categories that warrant attention.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Billinge. Burglary increased by 100% from one to two incidents, a rise that may be linked to seasonal factors such as the timing of Bonfire Night or increased indoor activity during colder evenings. Similarly, 'other crime' and 'possession of weapons' both jumped from zero to one incident, marking a stark contrast to previous months. This spike in possession of weapons—233% above the UK average—raises questions about local dynamics from the data alone. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 60%, possibly reflecting the impact of targeted community initiatives or seasonal changes in public behaviour. The area's violent crime rate—50% of all incidents—remains 34% below the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap in the profile of violent crime between Billinge and the national trend.

Billinge's crime rate in November 2024 rose by 25.1% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.7 to 3.4 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 295 residents. This context helps residents understand the scale of risk in relation to their local population. The shift from October to November may reflect seasonal factors, such as the onset of darker evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, which can influence crime patterns. However, the relatively low overall rate suggests that Billinge's built-up environment within St. Helens continues to have a lower crime profile compared to the national average, even with this month's increase.