Cleveleys Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

March 2024 in Cleveleys presented a combination of crime trends, with anti-social behaviour emerging as the most notable outlier. At 2.0 per 1,000 residents, this category was 72% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the overall crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000, which matched the national figure. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 27.1% of all crimes. decrease from February. The rise in anti-social behaviour may be influenced by the transition to spring, with longer evenings potentially increasing opportunities for such incidents. Other theft, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 82% above the UK average, a figure that could be linked to local factors such as commercial activity or community dynamics. The data also showed a marked increase in possession of weapons, which rose by 100% compared to the previous month, though this category remained relatively low at 0.2 per 1,000. This spike may reflect a combination of seasonal factors and localised pressures. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 40%, due to reduced traffic or enhanced security measures. The overall crime profile in Cleveleys, while aligned with the UK average, highlights specific areas of concern that warrant closer attention from local authorities and residents alike.

March 2024 saw a sharp rise in 'other theft', which increased by 116.7% compared to February, reflecting a significant shift in crime patterns. Theft from the person also doubled, with one reported incident after previously being absent. Possession of weapons rose by 100%, marking an unusual spike in this category. Conversely, public order offences fell by 71.4%, possibly linked to seasonal changes in community behaviour. Violent crimes decreased by 10.3%, though they remained the most common category at 27.1% of total crimes. Anti-social behaviour, at 26.0% of all crimes, stood out as 72% above the UK average, a figure that may relate to local factors such as community dynamics or environmental influences. Vehicle crime dropped by 40%, due to reduced traffic or increased security measures in parking areas.

Cleveleys' crime rate in March 2024 rose 19.9% compared to February, climbing from 6.4 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend aligns with seasonal patterns as evenings lengthen and social activity increases. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of crime within the local population. When compared to the previous month, the shift in crime dynamics suggests potential influences from seasonal transitions, such as changes in community behaviour or increased foot traffic in public spaces. The population size of 12,445 residents further highlights the relative impact of these figures, with crime rates remaining in line with national averages despite the increase.