Ormskirk Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ormskirk’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This equates to 111 total crimes for a population of 29,419, a figure that contextualises the area’s relatively low risk profile despite its built-up nature. The most common offences were anti-social behaviour (35.1% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (30.6%), and shoplifting (11.7%). These patterns may be influenced by Ormskirk’s character as a mixed-use area with a blend of residential and commercial zones, where anti-social behaviour often occurs in public spaces and shoplifting is linked to the town’s retail presence. Seasonal factors also played a role, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower rates of outdoor crimes. However, anti-social behaviour remained higher than the UK average, suggesting localised challenges that may require targeted interventions. The lower-than-average rates for violent crimes and property-related offences, such as burglary and vehicle crime, further highlight Ormskirk’s comparatively safer environment, though the 400% increase in vehicle crime in January raises questions about potential shifts in criminal activity or enforcement focus.

January 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, including vehicle crime, which rose by 400% from one to five incidents, and drugs-related offences, which doubled from two to six. These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors, such as colder weather driving indoor activities or changes in local enforcement patterns. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 72.7% compared to the previous month, potentially reflecting reduced vandalism during the post-holiday lull. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent crime, but it was 33% above the UK average, suggesting a distinct local dynamic compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences in Ormskirk were 52% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s lower overall crime rate and influenced by its built-up character and community-focused policing strategies.

For January 2025, Ormskirk’s crime rate dropped by 13.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.4 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as post-holiday periods often see reduced retail activity and fewer outdoor crimes in this built-up area. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day, a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 265 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is a useful metric for understanding risk, crime distribution can vary significantly across different parts of the built-up area. For instance, anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 35.1% of all crimes, may be more concentrated in specific neighbourhoods with higher foot traffic or social activity. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that, despite the recorded incidents, the overall rate remains well below the UK average, highlighting the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national trends.