Cleveleys Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Cleveleys during November 2024 reveals a combination of violent and property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.6% of all crimes, with 32 incidents reported, while anti-social behaviour made up 24.1% of the total, reaching 26 cases. This balance suggests a community grappling with interpersonal conflicts and public disorder, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or social gatherings. Shoplifting, at 17.6% of total crimes, rose sharply to 19 incidents, likely driven by the Black Friday shopping surge, which typically sees increased retail activity and corresponding crime risks. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, darker evenings, and the start of the festive shopping season—likely influenced these patterns. While violence and sexual offences remained aligned with the UK average, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting were significantly higher, indicating specific local challenges. The area's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and retail zones may contribute to these trends, with public spaces and high streets acting as focal points for both disorder and theft. The relatively low rates of burglary and criminal damage compared to the UK average suggest that Cleveleys' physical infrastructure or community policing efforts may be effective in mitigating property crime. However, the persistent elevation in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting underscores the need for targeted interventions during peak retail and social periods.

November 2024 saw a sharp 171.4% increase in shoplifting, rising from 7 to 19 incidents. This spike likely reflects the Black Friday shopping period, which typically drives retail crime. Public order offences also doubled, reaching 6 cases, possibly linked to Bonfire Night events. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 29.7% to 26 incidents, a reduction that may indicate successful community interventions or seasonal lulls in certain activities. Vehicle crime decreased by 27.3% to 8 cases, due to reduced commuter traffic or improved vehicle security measures. Anti-social behaviour remains 89% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in Cleveleys. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson were 47% below the UK rate, suggesting lower levels of property-related disorder compared to national trends.

Cleveleys' crime rate in November 2024 dropped by 10.0% compared to the previous month, falling from 9.6 to 8.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as November's shorter evenings and reduced retail activity may temper some crime types. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 4 incidents per day, reflecting a steady but manageable pace of reporting. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 115 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population density. While the rate remains 14.5% above the UK average, the drop from October suggests some stabilisation in policing or community engagement efforts. The population-scaled perspective shows that Cleveleys' residents face a slightly higher risk than the national average, but the month-on-month decrease indicates a potential shift in local dynamics that merits further observation.