Burscough Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

June 2025 marked a period of relative stability in Burscough’s crime profile, with the area’s overall crime rate of 8.8 per 1,000 residents—8.6% above the UK average—reflecting a consistent pattern of criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 36.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 24.7% and other theft at 14.1%. These figures align with Burscough’s character as a small built-up area within West Lancashire, where community dynamics and local infrastructure may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflicts and property-related crimes. The seasonal context of June, with the onset of summer and longer daylight hours, may have influenced crime patterns, though no direct correlation is evident in the data. For instance, the relatively low rate of shoplifting—0.4 per 1,000 residents, 37% below the UK average—could be attributed to the area’s limited retail presence or effective local deterrents. However, the stark rise in robbery, other theft, and vehicle crime in June highlights a need for targeted interventions. These increases may be linked to opportunistic behaviour during the summer months, when increased foot traffic or open windows could create vulnerabilities. Conversely, the significant decline in anti-social behaviour and public order offences—41.7% and 50%, respectively—suggests that local initiatives or seasonal changes, such as reduced alcohol consumption during warmer evenings, may have played a role. The data also reveals that Burscough’s rate of criminal damage and arson is 38% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s built environment or specific local factors. Overall, the crime profile in June 2025 illustrates a combination of local conditions, seasonal rhythms, and broader national trends, with certain categories showing marked shifts that warrant further scrutiny.

June 2025 saw a 100% increase in robbery, other theft, and vehicle crime, with each category doubling from the previous month. This sharp rise in property-related offences, particularly other theft, which jumped from six to 12 incidents, contrasts with a 50% drop in public order offences and a 41.7% decline in anti-social behaviour. These shifts suggest a possible reallocation of criminal activity toward more discreet or opportunistic crimes. Meanwhile, the rate of violence and sexual offences—31 incidents, or 3.2 per 1,000 residents—remained 12% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in this category. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 37% compared to the UK average, indicating a relatively lower incidence of this offence in Burscough. For residents, the 100% spike in robbery is a key data point, highlighting an urgent need for vigilance in personal safety during this period.

Burscough's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, declining by 1.1% from 8.9 to 8.8 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major short-term shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 113 residents, a monthly aggregate that reflects the density of incidents relative to the town’s population of 9,631. While this rate is 8.6% above the UK average, the stability in month-on-month figures indicates that broader trends—such as seasonal fluctuations or local initiatives—may not have had a pronounced impact in June. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite being slightly above the national average, the localised nature of crime in Burscough means that individual residents are not affected compared to other areas with similar demographics.