Tarleton and Hesketh Bank Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tarleton and Hesketh Bank's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 64.3% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area's consistently low crime profile, which may be attributed to its compact built-up nature, community cohesion, and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) accounted for 29.6% of all crimes, though this rate was 68% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) represented 22.2% of total crimes, again significantly lower than the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. The most notable anomaly was 'Other crime' (5 incidents), which was 253% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, though this category's exact nature remains unclear. July's peak summer conditions—schools out, festivals, and increased tourism—likely contributed to the area's low violent crime rates, as outdoor events and community engagement may deter criminal activity. However, the sharp rise in 'Other crime' suggests a need for further analysis to understand its drivers. Property crimes, including burglary and shoplifting, remained minimal, with only 1 incident each, reflecting the area's low-risk environment. The overall balance between violent and property crimes (8 vs 4) indicates a focus on interpersonal offences rather than theft, a pattern consistent with smaller, closely knit communities where social networks may mitigate property-related crime.

July 2024 marked a 400% surge in 'Other crime' (5 incidents), the most dramatic month-on-month increase in the area's crime history. This category, which includes unclassified or less frequent offences, was 253% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, raising questions about its composition. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 60% (from 15 to 6 incidents), a drop consistent with seasonal shifts as schools remained out and community events drew residents outdoors. Violent crimes, at 8 incidents (29.6% of total), remained 68% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, illustrating the area's continued safety in this category. Residents may note that burglary and other theft both halved (from 2 to 1 incident each), potentially reflecting increased vigilance during summer months or reduced opportunities for property crime in a small, closely monitored built-up area.

Tarleton and Hesketh Bank's crime rate in July 2024 fell to 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a 28.8% drop from 4.2 per 1,000 in June. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as summer months often see reduced property crime due to increased community presence and open-air activities. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in July, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's consistently low crime profile. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime per 332 residents underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. While the UK average crime rate is 8.4 per 1,000, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank's rate remains 64.3% below this benchmark, suggesting that local factors—such as the area's compact layout, community cohesion, or policing strategies—may contribute to sustained safety. These figures place the area in stark contrast to larger urban centres, where higher population density and transient populations often correlate with elevated crime rates.