Cleveleys Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with 12,445 residents, 124 reported crimes in July 2024 translates to one crime for every 100 residents over the course of the month. This rate of 10.0 per 1,000 people places Cleveleys 19% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent challenge in local crime management. The most significant contributors to this figure were anti-social behaviour (38.7% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (29.8%), and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These patterns align with Cleveleys' seasonal context: July marks peak summer, with schools out, tourism at its height, and festivals drawing crowds to the area. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, surged to 3.9 per 1,000 residents—169% above the UK average—likely driven by increased foot traffic and social activity during events. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly above the UK average, remained within a narrower margin (5% higher), suggesting targeted interventions may help mitigate this category. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.8% of all crimes) and shoplifting (4.0%) contrast with the UK average, potentially reflecting Cleveleys’ smaller retail footprint or lower population density. Seasonal factors, such as prolonged evenings and outdoor festivals, may have amplified anti-social behaviour and public order issues, though the exact interplay between event attendance and crime remains complex. Local authorities may need to consider temporary policing strategies or community engagement during peak tourist periods to address these trends.

July 2024 saw sharp increases in public order offences (+133.3%), robbery (+100%), and criminal damage and arson (+62.5%) compared to June. Public order offences, now at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, rose from three to seven cases, a jump that may be tied to the area’s summer festival calendar. Robbery, which had not been reported in June, emerged as a new concern, with one incident recorded. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 28.6% (from seven to five cases), possibly due to tighter retail security measures or reduced foot traffic in certain areas. Anti-social behaviour, already high at 3.9 per 1,000 residents (169% above the UK average), remained the largest single category of crime, suggesting a need for ongoing community-focused interventions. Violence and sexual offences. (from 39 to 37 cases), still exceeded the UK average by 5%, highlighting the need for continued monitoring. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with tourism-related events and seasonal rhythms playing a clear role in shaping monthly trends.

Cleveleys’ crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents in July 2024 represents a 7.8% increase from June’s rate of 9.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly four crimes reported each day in Cleveleys, a figure that may feel more immediate to residents than the broader monthly rate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, highlights the need for vigilance in a community of this size. Compared to the UK average, Cleveleys’ overall rate remains higher, though the disparity is most pronounced in anti-social behaviour (169% above the UK average) and criminal damage and arson (59% above). Conversely, categories like public order offences and shoplifting saw mixed comparisons, with public order slightly below the UK average (6% lower) and shoplifting 41% below. These contrasts suggest that Cleveleys’ crime profile is shaped by unique local factors—such as its proximity to tourist attractions or seasonal events—rather than a uniform trend. For residents, the monthly exposure figure serves as a tangible reminder that while crime rates are not exceptionally high, they remain a consistent part of daily life in Cleveleys.