Ormskirk Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ormskirk’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places the built-up area within West Lancashire among the safer regions nationally. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 36.4% of all reported incidents—55 cases in total. This category’s rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is higher than the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000, suggesting a unique dynamic in the area’s social fabric. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, with 54 incidents (35.8% of total).8 per 1,000 is 30% below the UK average. The seasonal context of April—Easter and spring weather—likely influenced these patterns, as increased foot traffic and outdoor activity can contribute to both anti-social behaviour and public order issues. Conversely, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting saw significant declines, with shoplifting dropping 64.3% to five incidents. This may be attributed to heightened retail security measures during the Easter period or a general trend of reduced theft in the spring. The area’s crime profile highlights a combination of local factors and national trends, with Ormskirk’s relatively low overall rate offering a contrast to its elevated anti-social behaviour rates. As a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, the local environment may contribute to these dynamics, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such connections.

April saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour rising by 25% to 55 incidents—the most common crime type in the area. This category’s rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 56% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 30% below average for violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000). Property crimes, including burglary and shoplifting, declined sharply: shoplifting dropped 64.3% to five incidents, while vehicle crime fell 75% to one. These decreases may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during Easter and increased retail security measures. Meanwhile, public order offences surged by 60%, rising from five to eight, a trend that could be linked to the spring weather and heightened social interactions in public spaces. For residents, the drop in vehicle crime offers a tangible benefit, with fewer reported incidents in car parks and on roads.

Ormskirk's crime rate in April 2024 rose slightly to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 4.1% increase from the previous month’s 4.9. This places the area firmly below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, with a 33.8% gap that underscores its relative safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately five reported crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the persistent presence of localised issues. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 195 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 29,419, suggests that most residents are not directly affected. This statistic, however, does not account for the uneven distribution of crime types—anti-social behaviour, for instance, remains high compared to the UK average. The slight upward trend from March may be influenced by the Easter holiday period, which typically sees increased foot traffic and social gatherings in public spaces.