Burscough Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Burscough's overall crime rate in October 2024 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.8% below the UK average of 8.1. This marks a consistent trend of lower-than-national-average crime rates for the built-up area, which has historically shown resilience to violent crime despite its proximity to major transport routes. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences, each contributing 33.3% of the total 63 reported crimes. These figures align with patterns observed in small towns with mixed residential and commercial areas, where public spaces often become focal points for disorder. The seasonal context of October, with clocks going back and shorter daylight hours, likely contributed to the persistence of anti-social behaviour, though the rate remains 18% below the UK average for violent crimes. Shoplifting incidents were 58% below the national average, a trend consistent with Burscough's limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. The data also shows a marked contrast in property crime rates, with vehicle crime and other theft both significantly lower than UK averages, reflecting the area's relatively low population density and lower foot traffic. These statistics illustrate a combination of local demographics and broader national trends, with Burscough's crime profile shaped by its role as a commuter hub rather than a major economic centre.

October 2024 saw a 100% year-on-year increase in drug-related crimes, rising from zero to four incidents. This spike, though still modest in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in local drug use patterns that deserves closer attention. Concurrently, other theft crimes rose by 50%, with three incidents reported compared to two in September, suggesting increased vulnerability in specific areas or property types. Anti-social behaviour also increased by 31.3%, driven largely by Halloween-related activity and the transition to darker evenings, though this category remains 71% above the UK average. Conversely, public order offences fell by 40%, with three incidents reported compared to five in September, possibly reflecting heightened community engagement in managing local disorder. The area's performance on property crimes contrasted sharply with national trends, with vehicle crime 36% below the UK average and shoplifting 58% below, consistent with Burscough's limited retail presence. These figures highlight a mixed picture: while violent and anti-social crime remain areas of concern, property crime rates suggest the area's physical layout and population density may offer some natural deterrents. Residents may find the 58% lower-than-average shoplifting rate particularly relevant, given the area's limited high-street retail options.

Burscough's crime rate in October 2024 rose slightly to 6.5 per 1,000 residents, a 3.3% increase from the previous month's 6.3. This monthly fluctuation must be viewed against the broader context of the area's consistently lower-than-average crime profile. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that may seem significant to residents but remains well below the UK's average of 2.6 per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 153 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK's average of 1-in-123 residents. This suggests that while Burscough's population is relatively small (9,631 residents), the crime rate remains proportionally lower than the national average. The comparison also reveals stark contrasts in specific crime categories: anti-social behaviour, though rising, remains 71% above the UK average, while vehicle crime is 36% below. These discrepancies highlight the unique characteristics of Burscough's built-up area, which may have fewer public spaces for anti-social activity but also fewer commercial vehicles to target. For residents, the most immediate implication is that while the overall rate has increased slightly, the town's crime profile remains significantly more favourable than the UK average in several key categories.