Billinge Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Billinge’s crime rate in December 2025 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 61.4% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast reflects the area’s generally low crime profile, which is consistent with its status as a built-up area within St. Helens, likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The top crime categories were violence and sexual offences (31.3% of total crimes), public order offences (18.8%), and shoplifting (18.8%), with the latter two categories showing notable deviations from the UK average. Violence and sexual offences in Billinge were 65% below the national rate, suggesting a combination of effective local policing and community factors that may reduce opportunities for such crimes. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and the temporary absence of some residents during holidays—likely influenced crime patterns, though the overall rate remained significantly lower than the UK average. Public order offences, while slightly above the UK average by 14%, may be attributed to the increased social activity typical of the festive season. This data illustrates how local characteristics, combined with seasonal trends, shape the crime picture in Billinge, offering a nuanced understanding of its safety profile relative to the broader UK context.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting and public order offences rising sharply. Shoplifting cases jumped from zero to three, a 100% increase, potentially linked to increased retail activity during the Christmas season. Public order offences also rose by 50%, reflecting the impact of festive gatherings and dark evenings. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped by 50%, possibly due to reduced public consumption during the holidays. Violence and sexual offences remained a prominent category, contributing 31.3% of all crimes—65% below the UK average, highlighting Billinge’s relative safety in this area. Other crime and other theft categories both saw 100% decreases, suggesting a temporary reduction in opportunistic offences. These fluctuations underscore the influence of seasonal factors, such as holiday-related behaviour and changes in public spaces, on local crime dynamics.

Billinge's crime rate in December 2025 fell to 2.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 15.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.2. This reduction aligns with the seasonal pattern of lower crime activity during the festive period, though local factors may also play a role. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day month, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate compared to the UK average. When scaled to the population, this translates to one crime occurring for every 369 residents over the course of the month—a stark contrast to the UK’s broader context, where crime is significantly more prevalent. The population of 5,904 residents further contextualises the scale, showing that even small fluctuations in crime numbers represent meaningful changes for individuals living in the area. This monthly exposure statistic provides a tangible measure of how crime impacts daily life in Billinge, offering residents a clearer picture of their personal risk profile.