Rainford Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rainford's February 2024 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents marked a significant 36.6% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, however, masks a stark contrast in crime types: violent crimes accounted for 62.5% of all incidents, far outpacing property crimes, which made up just 12.5%. The dominance of violent offences, while 12% above the UK average for this category, may be influenced by the area's demographic profile. As a built-up area within St. Helens, Rainford's proximity to urban centres and its likely mix of residential and commercial zones could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Meanwhile, 'Other crime'—a category that includes non-specific incidents—was 471% above the UK average, a figure that demands further scrutiny but remains unexplained by the data. Seasonal context also plays a role: February, a winter month with low outdoor activity, often sees a pre-spring lull in crime, yet the sharp rise in public order offences and 'Other crime' suggests localized factors, such as the timing of local events or shifts in community behaviour, may have influenced these figures. The overall low crime rate, despite these spikes, underscores Rainford's relative safety compared to national benchmarks, though the nature of the incidents reported highlights areas for targeted attention.

February 2024 saw a 100% increase in public order offences, robbery, and 'Other crime' compared to January, with each category rising from zero to two, four, and one incidents respectively. This surge in 'Other crime'—which is 471% above the UK average—raises questions about the nature of these incidents, though the data does not specify their exact nature. Meanwhile, robbery, though rare, was 122% above the UK average, suggesting a localized trend. The dominance of violent crimes, at 62.5% of the total, contrasts with the UK average for this category, which is 12% lower. Residents may find the 100% increase in public order offences particularly notable, as it could reflect heightened community activity or enforcement during the winter months.

Rainford's crime rate in February 2024 rose to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 26.3% increase from the previous month's 3.6 per 1,000. This shift, though modest, suggests a seasonal uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 29-day period, reflecting a steady but low-level presence of criminal activity. When scaled to the local population of 5,312, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 221 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the rate of increase from January to February may indicate localized factors—such as the timing of local events or changes in community engagement—contributing to the rise. The relatively low daily crime count underscores the area's overall safety, even as the rate moves upward from the previous month.