Tarleton and Hesketh Bank Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tarleton and Hesketh Bank's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 54.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This built-up area within West Lancashire continues to show a marked disparity from national trends, with violent crimes accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents and anti-social behaviour making up 25.8%. The seasonal shift of September—marked by the return of students to local schools and universities—likely contributes to the increased presence of younger populations in public spaces, which may influence patterns of antisocial behaviour and violent incidents. While property crimes (10 incidents) and violent crimes (11 incidents) were the most common categories, the overall rate remains exceptionally low compared to the UK average. Violence and sexual offences are 54% below the UK average at 1.2 per 1,000, despite a 450% month-on-month increase from two incidents in August to 11 in September. This stark contrast highlights the area's unique demographic and geographic context, where the absence of major retail hubs or nightlife venues may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. The relatively low rates of burglary, shoplifting, and theft from the person—each 68% to 85% below UK averages—suggest a community with lower exposure to commercial crime. However, the surge in violent incidents raises questions about local factors, such as increased foot traffic during university freshers' week or the impact of seasonal transitions on community dynamics. The data underscores a combination of local characteristics and broader national crime trends, requiring careful analysis to identify actionable insights for residents and local authorities.

September 2024 saw a dramatic 450% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from two incidents in August to 11. This surge, while still 54% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, represents a significant spike that warrants attention. Concurrently, shoplifting and criminal damage and arson both doubled from zero to one and zero to seven incidents respectively, marking 100% month-on-month increases. These jumps in property-related crimes, though small in absolute terms, suggest potential vulnerabilities in local security measures or changes in community behaviour. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 25.8% of all reported crimes, decreased by 20% from 10 to 8 incidents, a trend that may reflect seasonal changes or local initiatives. The area's performance in several categories—such as burglary (68% below UK average) and public order offences (82% below UK average)—demonstrates a consistent pattern of lower exposure to these crime types compared to national benchmarks. Residents should be particularly aware of the sharp rise in violent incidents, which may indicate heightened tensions or increased presence in public spaces during the back-to-school period. The absence of major retail hubs in the area likely explains the low rates of shoplifting, but the sudden increase in criminal damage and arson—now at 0.8 per 1,000—could signal targeted vandalism or small-scale property damage. These findings highlight the need for community vigilance and targeted policing in areas where violent crime has surged.

The crime rate in Tarleton and Hesketh Bank for September 2024 rose to 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 55.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.2 per 1,000. This places the area in a unique position relative to the UK average, where the overall rate remains nearly double at 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in September, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a small population. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 289 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to the UK average. This statistic, when scaled to the area's population of 8,952, suggests that the community is experiencing a rare combination of low overall crime and sudden spikes in specific categories. The previous month's rate of 2.2 per 1,000 was already below the UK average, but the 55% increase in September underscores the volatility of local crime patterns. While the area's overall safety profile remains strong, the sharp rise in violent incidents and property damage highlights the need for residents to remain vigilant. The low rates of burglary and theft—each 68% to 85% below UK averages—indicate that the area's built-up nature and compact layout may act as natural deterrents to certain types of crime. However, the surge in violent offences, which are still 54% below the UK average, suggests that local factors such as seasonal transitions or demographic shifts may be playing a role. These comparisons provide critical context for understanding how Tarleton and Hesketh Bank's crime trends align with national patterns, while also emphasizing the importance of localized responses to emerging threats.