Cleveleys Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly a third of reported crimes in Cleveleys during January 2024, making them the dominant category in the area’s crime profile. With an overall crime rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents, Cleveleys recorded a 13.5% higher rate than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy suggests a combination of local factors, including the area’s proximity to coastal routes and the presence of retail spaces that may contribute to both violent incidents and property-related crimes. Anti-social behaviour, shoplifting, and other thefts followed as the next most frequent categories, reflecting patterns seen in smaller built-up areas where community interactions and localised economic pressures can amplify certain types of crime. Seasonal context also plays a role: January’s shorter days and post-holiday lull in retail activity may have shifted crime dynamics compared to busier months, though the persistence of violence and sexual offences indicates deeper, ongoing challenges. The breakdown shows that while shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are significantly above UK averages, other categories like vehicle crime and burglary are below the national level, hinting at a mixed crime profile shaped by Cleveleys’ unique geography and population characteristics.

January 2024 saw a marked increase in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 166.7% compared to the previous month, suggesting potential seasonal or localized factors contributing to this spike. Bicycle theft also doubled from zero to one reported incident, while robbery emerged as a new category with one recorded case, both of which may reflect changes in local activity patterns or unmet security needs. Conversely, public order offences decreased by 33.3%, possibly linked to reduced foot traffic in retail areas during the post-holiday period. Shoplifting remains a persistent concern, with rates 128% above the UK average, likely tied to the area’s retail presence and the challenges of managing small-scale commercial spaces. Anti-social behaviour also stands out, with rates 72% above the national average, which could indicate issues related to community cohesion or the impact of transient populations in the area. These figures highlight the need for targeted interventions in sectors like retail and public spaces, where crime hotspots are concentrated.

Cleveleys’ crime rate in January 2024 (8.4 per 1,000) marked a 13.0% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 12,445 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 119 residents, a statistic that provides context for the monthly exposure to crime in Cleveleys. When compared to the UK average, this rate places the area in a distinct position, with certain categories like shoplifting and anti-social behaviour far exceeding national benchmarks. However, the lower rates of vehicle crime and burglary compared to the UK suggest that Cleveleys may have a different crime ecology, potentially influenced by its built-up nature and proximity to coastal or rural areas. This mixed profile highlights the importance of localized strategies that address both the overrepresented and underrepresented crime categories in the area.