Ormskirk Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2024, Ormskirk recorded 164 crimes across its population of 29,419, translating to a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 24.3% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively safer environment compared to the national context. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (37.8% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (28.7%) and criminal damage and arson (7.3%). These figures align with January’s seasonal context, where post-holiday periods and reduced retail footfall typically lower outdoor crime but may influence indoor or community-based incidents. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average, remain a significant concern, potentially linked to social dynamics or local support systems. Conversely, anti-social behaviour was 62% above the UK average, suggesting localized challenges in managing community conduct. The data also shows that property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, were below the UK average, which may be attributed to Ormskirk’s built-up area characteristics, where higher visibility and community engagement could deter such offences. Seasonal factors, such as shorter days and colder weather, likely contribute to the reduced frequency of outdoor crimes, though the increase in criminal damage and arson indicates other seasonal pressures. Overall, the crime profile illustrates a mix of national trends and local peculiarities, requiring targeted approaches to address specific categories like anti-social behaviour while maintaining the area’s comparatively low rate of violent and property crimes.

January 2024 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories: other theft, criminal damage and arson, and vehicle crime, each doubling compared to December. Other theft rose by 125% (4 to 9), criminal damage and arson by 100% (6 to 12), and vehicle crime by 100% (4 to 8). These jumps suggest shifts in criminal activity, possibly linked to post-holiday disruptions or increased opportunities in targeted areas. Violence and sexual offences remained 19% below the UK average at 2.1 per 1,000, a contrast to the 62% surge in anti-social behaviour, which stood at 1.6 per 1,000—significantly higher than the UK average of 1.0 per 1,000. Residents might find the 12 reported cases of criminal damage and arson particularly concerning, given the 100% monthly increase. This highlights the need for community vigilance in areas where such incidents are concentrated.

Ormskirk's crime rate in January 2024 rose to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 48.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.7 per 1,000. This equates to roughly 5 crimes reported each day within the built-up area, highlighting a notable uptick in local activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 179 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for the population of 29,419. While this rate remains 24.3% below the UK average, the shift from December to January suggests seasonal dynamics may be influencing patterns. The increase aligns with typical January trends, such as post-holiday adjustments and shorter daylight hours, which may affect community interactions and crime opportunities. However, the specific rise in certain categories, like anti-social behaviour, indicates localized factors requiring further analysis.