Tarleton and Hesketh Bank Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tarleton and Hesketh Bank’s crime rate in July 2023 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 47% below the UK average of 8.3. This marked discrepancy underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.5% of all crimes, a figure that is 39% below the UK average, suggesting that violent crime is not a dominant concern in this built-up area. Anti-social behaviour followed with 23.1%, also significantly lower than the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. The seasonal context of July—a peak summer month with schools out and tourism in full swing—likely influenced these patterns. In areas with strong community ties and limited nightlife, violent crime may naturally remain lower, while increased outdoor activity during festivals could explain the rise in criminal damage and arson. The data also shows that property crimes, which include theft and shoplifting, made up 25.6% of incidents, but these remain well below UK averages. This suggests that the area’s character, shaped by its rural-adjacent location and smaller scale, contributes to a crime profile that is both distinct and comparatively safe. The absence of major retail hubs or high-density housing may further explain the lack of theft from the person or vehicle crime, which are typically more common in urban centres. Seasonal factors such as the summer break and reduced public events may have also played a role in the overall lower crime rate, aligning with patterns seen in similar small communities.

July 2023 saw a stark increase in criminal damage and arson, rising 150% from two incidents to five. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, may be linked to summer festivals or outdoor events that could inadvertently create conditions for arson. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped 60.9% compared to June, likely due to the summer break reducing youth activity in public spaces. Shoplifting also doubled, from zero to three incidents, reflecting increased foot traffic during tourism season. Meanwhile, public order offences and vehicle crime each halved, suggesting that reduced public gatherings and fewer vehicles on the road during holidays may have played a role. The area’s violent crime rate remains 39% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect strong community cohesion or effective local policing strategies.

The crime rate for July 2023 fell to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, marking an 18.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.4 per 1,000. This drop aligns with seasonal patterns, as summer holidays and reduced foot traffic in local businesses may have contributed to lower opportunities for crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the small population of 8,952 residents. When scaled to the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 230 residents, illustrating a relatively low level of risk compared to larger urban areas. This context is particularly meaningful for local residents, who may perceive the area as safer during peak summer months. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area’s compact size, which can facilitate quicker community responses to incidents and foster a stronger sense of collective responsibility for public safety.