Tarleton and Hesketh Bank Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly 38% of all reported crimes in Tarleton and Hesketh Bank in May 2024, making them the dominant category in the area’s crime profile. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (21.6%) and public order offences (10.8%), reflecting patterns that align with the area’s character as a small, built-up community within West Lancashire. The overall crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 was 51.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a marked contrast to national trends. The seasonal context of May—bank holidays, extended evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributed to the rise in public order offences, which saw a 100% increase compared to the previous month. While violence and sexual offences remain a focus, their rate was 44% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion or policing effectiveness may be influencing outcomes. The relatively low prevalence of property crimes compared to the UK also indicates that the area’s built-up nature, with fewer isolated homes, may reduce opportunities for burglary. However, the 61% increase in burglary rates compared to the UK average highlights a specific vulnerability that warrants further exploration. These dynamics illustrate how local conditions, even within a broadly safe area, can shape distinct crime patterns.

May 2024 saw sharp increases in three crime categories: public order offences (100% rise from 0 to 4), shoplifting (100% rise from 1 to 2), and possession of weapons (100% rise from 0 to 2). These jumps, though small in absolute terms, signal shifts in local patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, contributing 37.8% of all crimes—44% below the UK average. Burglary in the area was 61% above the UK average (0.5 vs 0.3 per 1,000), a stark contrast to the area’s overall safety profile. The rise in public order offences may be linked to May’s longer evenings and bank holidays, which typically see increased socialising in public spaces. For residents, the 100% increase in shoplifting highlights the need for vigilance in retail areas during this period.

The crime rate in Tarleton and Hesketh Bank rose by 36.8% from 3.0 per 1,000 in the previous month to 4.1 per 1,000 in May 2024. This increase, though significant, remains well below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a relatively low frequency of incidents. When considering the population of 8,952, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for every 242 residents. This ratio underscores the area’s comparative safety, particularly when contrasted with national trends. While the rise in crime may raise questions, the overall figure remains a stark departure from the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be playing a role. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that residents face a much lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, even with the recent upward trend.