Westmorland and Furness Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Westmorland and Furness recorded a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, placing it 14.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This marked a slight upward trend from the previous month’s rate of 6.8, though the area remains significantly safer than the national average. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.5% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 2.9 per 1,000 — 5% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 12.4%, but its rate of 0.9 per 1,000 was 36% below the UK average. The data suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors, with June’s longer days and rising temperatures likely influencing patterns of activity. Violence and sexual offences may partly reflect increased social interactions during the summer months, while the lower rates of anti-social behaviour could indicate effective community engagement in rural and coastal areas. The area’s relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average is consistent with its character as a mix of rural landscapes and smaller towns, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. However, the elevated rate of violence and sexual offences remains a notable concern, warranting further analysis of local hotspots and contributing factors.

June 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery increasing by 80% compared to the previous month — from five to nine incidents. This surge may be linked to seasonal changes, such as increased foot traffic in tourist areas or events during the early summer period. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 63%, jumping from 27 to 44 incidents, potentially reflecting changes in parking patterns or the influx of visitors to coastal regions. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 50%, from eight to four incidents, which could be attributed to the start of summer holidays reducing opportunities for theft. The drugs category saw a 46.4% increase, with reported cases rising from 69 to 101, a figure that is 90% above the UK average. This anomaly may indicate a shift in local drug-related activity, though further context is needed to determine underlying causes. The rate of violence and sexual offences remained consistently higher than the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in this area. Meanwhile, burglary decreased by 29.2%, from 48 to 34 incidents, a trend that may align with improved security measures in residential areas. These month-on-month changes highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with some categories showing sharp increases while others decline, underscoring the need for targeted interventions.

The crime rate in Westmorland and Furness for June 2024 rose by 3.4% compared to the previous month’s rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents, though it remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 54 crimes per day in June, a figure that may be contextualised within the local population of 230,185 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 142 residents — a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average in most categories. This statistic provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime is relatively low compared to other areas. The slight increase from the previous month may reflect seasonal transitions, such as the start of the summer tourist season, which can bring both increased activity and associated risks. However, the overall trend remains one of relative safety, with the area’s crime profile continuing to diverge from the UK average in several key areas. For instance, the significantly lower rates of anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime suggest a distinct local context, shaped by the area’s rural character and lower population density. These comparative insights highlight the importance of viewing crime statistics within the specific socio-economic and geographical context of Westmorland and Furness.