Tarleton and Hesketh Bank Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Tarleton and Hesketh Bank’s February 2026 crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents places it 54.7% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national picture. This built-up area within West Lancashire, while not immune to crime, demonstrates a marked divergence in its crime profile. The area’s crime mix is heavily skewed towards violent offences, which accounted for 61.5% of all incidents—far exceeding the UK average for this category (2.3 per 1,000). This dominance of violent crime over property-related incidents is notable, particularly given the area’s relatively low population density and the absence of major urban infrastructure. Seasonal factors may also play a role: February, as a winter month with reduced outdoor activity, may have limited opportunities for certain types of crime, yet the rise in violent incidents suggests that indoor or community-based interactions could be a contributing factor. The UK average for violent crime is 2.3 per 1,000, meaning Tarleton and Hesketh Bank’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 22% lower, indicating that while the area is not free from violent crime, it is significantly less affected than the national average. This relative safety in violent crime, combined with the area’s low overall rate, positions it as an outlier in the broader UK context, where property crimes often dominate. The small number of incidents—26 in total—further reinforces the area’s low-crime environment, though the 30% increase from the previous month raises questions about potential shifts in local dynamics, such as changes in community engagement or policing strategies. The seasonal context of February—a pre-spring lull—may also have influenced the pattern, with limited outdoor activity concentrating incidents in specific locations or times. However, without additional data, the exact drivers of this trend remain speculative.

February 2026 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting, public order offences, and other theft compared to the previous month, all of which had previously been recorded at zero. This shift suggests a potential seasonal or situational change. The crime mix in the area continues to skew heavily towards violent crimes, which made up 61.5% of all incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.3 per 1,000). Conversely, property crimes such as shoplifting and anti-social behaviour remain well below UK rates, with shoplifting at 0.3 per 1,000 (48% below the UK average). For residents, the 100% rise in public order offences may signal a need for heightened awareness during local events or gatherings. The area’s violent crime rate, while higher than the UK average for property crimes, remains 22% below the UK’s rate for violence and sexual offences, illustrating a combination of local demographics and crime trends. This contrast highlights how the area’s focus on violent incidents diverges from national patterns, where property crimes dominate.

Tarleton and Hesketh Bank’s February 2026 crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents reflects a 30% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.2 per 1,000, yet remains significantly below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This 54.7% gap underscores the area’s distinct position within national crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in February, a figure that, while low, suggests a consistent rhythm of incidents in a small, closely-knit community. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 344 residents—a metric that contextualises risk in a way that aligns with the area’s population density and local infrastructure. With 8,952 residents, the built-up nature of Tarleton and Hesketh Bank may contribute to more concentrated policing efforts or community engagement initiatives. The monthly exposure rate, while not directly comparable to national figures, offers a tangible snapshot of local risk, reinforcing that the likelihood of encountering crime remains exceptionally low compared to broader UK trends. This consistency in low crime rates, despite the 30% monthly increase, suggests that local factors—such as the area’s compact layout or community cohesion—may play a role in mitigating incidents even as they rise slightly.