Westmorland and Furness Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Westmorland and Furness, the crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 in September 2024 translates to a 22.1% lower risk than the UK average, offering a tangible sense of security. The most common crime category, violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000), mirrors the UK average, suggesting no significant deviation in violent crime patterns. This is notable given the area’s mix of rural and coastal communities, where social dynamics may differ from urban centres. The second most prevalent category, criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000), is slightly above the UK average but remains a relatively low proportion of total crimes. Anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) is 49% below the UK average, likely reflecting the area’s lower population density and fewer concentrated social hubs. September’s seasonal context—back to school and university freshers—may influence crime trends. The lower rates of vehicle crime (78% below UK average) and theft from the person (100% below) align with the area’s sparse commercial zones and lower foot traffic. These patterns suggest that while local factors like seasonal transitions and community characteristics shape crime, the overall per-capita risk remains comfortably below national benchmarks.

September 2024 saw a 160% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 5 to 13 incidents—a sharp contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This spike may reflect university freshers arriving in the area, increasing bicycle usage and potential targets. Meanwhile, robbery cases doubled from 0 to 6, though this remains 100% below the UK average. A 45.8% rise in 'other crime' suggests evolving criminal activity patterns, possibly linked to seasonal events. Conversely, theft from the person plummeted by 77.8% (18 to 4), due to increased awareness around freshers’ week. Anti-social behaviour remained 49% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s lower population density and quieter social spaces. Vehicle crime dropped 37.2% (43 to 27), aligning with the region’s sparse road networks and fewer commercial hubs.

Westmorland and Furness recorded a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents in September 2024, a 14.0% decrease from August’s 7.0 per 1,000. This drop aligns with seasonal patterns as September transitions into cooler weather, potentially reducing outdoor activity and associated risks. Locally, this translates to roughly 46 crimes reported per day, though the monthly aggregate shows one crime occurring for every 166 residents over the course of the month. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while daily crime counts remain visible, the overall rate remains lower than the UK average. This contrast is amplified by categories like anti-social behaviour, which are 49% below the UK average, suggesting a quieter social environment compared to more densely populated areas. The lower vehicle crime rate (78% below UK average) may reflect sparse road networks or fewer commercial zones in this rural and coastal district.