Cleveleys Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 saw Cleveleys maintain a crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a 3.9% increase above the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a combination of seasonal and local factors, with spring weather and Easter-related activity likely contributing to shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 38% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17%) and criminal damage and arson (10%). These trends align with Cleveleys’ character as a built-up area within Wyre, where community dynamics and local amenities may influence crime distribution. The rise in violence and sexual offences—21% above the UK average—suggests potential pressures on local policing or social services during the Easter period, though data does not confirm direct causation. Conversely, public order offences were 25% below the UK average, a figure consistent with Cleveleys’ relatively low levels of nightlife activity compared to larger urban centres. Seasonal context also plays a role: as temperatures rise and outdoor activity increases, the likelihood of anti-social behaviour may grow, though this is offset by reduced vehicle crime, which fell sharply in prior months. The data illustrates a nuanced picture, where local geography and seasonal rhythms interact with broader national trends.

April 2024 marked notable decreases in vehicle crime and possession of weapons, both falling by 66.7% compared to March. Vehicle crime dropped from 3 to 1, a reduction that may partly reflect quieter traffic patterns during the Easter holiday or improved security measures in local car parks. Similarly, possession of weapons fell from 3 to 1, a decline that could indicate successful community engagement efforts or targeted policing in high-risk areas. These decreases contrast with sharp increases in other crime, which surged by 600% (from 1 to 7), and burglary, which rose by 200% (from 1 to 3). The 600% jump in 'other crime'—a category that includes a range of non-specific offences—suggests a potential gap in reporting or a shift in local criminal activity that warrants closer scrutiny. Meanwhile, public order offences increased by 150%, reaching 5 cases, though this remains below the UK average. Residents may find the 3.9% overall crime rate increase concerning, but the sharp drops in vehicle and weapons-related crime offer a counterbalance to broader trends. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where 'other crime' has spiked, while the declines in vehicle crime suggest areas where existing measures may be effective.

Cleveleys’ crime rate in April 2024 rose to 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a 4.3% increase from March’s 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area 3.9% above the UK average. On a daily basis, Cleveleys recorded roughly 3 crimes per day in April, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s small population of 12,445. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 124 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while higher than the UK average in some categories, remains contextually manageable for a built-up area of this size. The population-scaled perspective highlights the importance of local policing and community engagement in maintaining public safety. For example, the 66.7% drop in vehicle crime—despite the Easter holiday—suggests that local initiatives such as increased patrols or improved lighting in car parks may have had a measurable impact. Conversely, the 600% surge in 'other crime' underscores the need for more detailed categorisation of offences to identify emerging trends. When compared to the UK average, Cleveleys’ performance in categories like burglary (38% below the UK rate) and public order offences (25% below) indicates strengths in certain areas of policing, though these achievements must be balanced against the challenges posed by rising violence and sexual offences. The data invites a nuanced view of Cleveleys’ crime profile, where local efforts have yielded success in some domains but require further attention in others.