Ormskirk Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, Ormskirk recorded 90 crimes across its population of 29,419 residents, translating to a crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 54.4% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower level of criminal activity compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (35 incidents, 38.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (18, 20.0%) and criminal damage and arson (9, 10.0%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of January, a month typically marked by post-holiday lulls in retail activity and reduced outdoor engagement. The lower-than-average rates for violent crimes—specifically 1.2 per 1,000 residents compared to the UK average of 2.5—suggest that local factors, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, may contribute to this disparity. However, the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour indicates that targeted interventions in these areas could yield meaningful improvements. The relatively low property crime rate (28 total, 31.1% of all crimes) may also be influenced by the area's built-up character, which likely features a mix of residential and commercial spaces that could deter certain types of criminal activity. These dynamics highlight the need for a nuanced understanding of Ormskirk's unique socio-economic and geographical context when interpreting crime statistics.

January 2026 saw a 200% surge in burglary cases, rising from two to six incidents—a stark contrast to the 66.7% decline in vehicle crime, which fell from three to one. This shift may partly explain the overall reduction in crime, as property crimes (28) accounted for 31.1% of total incidents, compared to 38.9% for violent crimes. The area's violent crime rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents—52% below the UK average—suggests a marked divergence from national trends, though the 35 violent offences recorded in January remain a significant portion of the total. Theft from the person and other crime categories both doubled, highlighting localized spikes that could indicate seasonal or situational factors. These fluctuations underscore the importance of monitoring specific categories, as they may reflect targeted activity rather than broader trends.

Ormskirk's January 2026 crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents represents a 39.2% decline from the previous month's rate of 5.0 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with typical January patterns, where post-holiday periods and shorter daylight hours often correlate with lower retail footfall and fewer outdoor crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 327 residents. Considering the population of 29,419, the total of 90 crimes equates to a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to the UK average. This context suggests that residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, though localized spikes—such as the 200% increase in burglary—warrant closer attention. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while the overall rate remains stable, fluctuations in specific categories may reflect situational factors rather than systemic trends.