Cleveleys Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Cleveleys’ crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents placed the area 20.9% above the UK average, a figure that underscores persistent challenges in maintaining public safety. The most prevalent crimes were anti-social behaviour (29.7% of total offences) and shoplifting (10.9%), with property-related incidents significantly outpacing violent crimes. This imbalance between property and violent crime may reflect local characteristics, such as the area’s coastal setting and reliance on retail activity, which could drive shoplifting and anti-social behaviour in public spaces. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have contributed to a focus on indoor and community-based crimes. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, was 147% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted measures to address disruptions in residential and commercial areas. Meanwhile, violent crimes, while still a concern, represented 21.8% of total offences, a share lower than the UK average. This contrast may be influenced by Cleveleys’ smaller population and lower levels of nightlife or commuter activity compared to larger urban centres. The data also highlights the disproportionate impact of property crimes, which accounted for nearly 40% of all reported incidents. This could be linked to the area’s retail presence, which may attract shoplifters, or to the lack of robust security measures in certain locations. The seasonal lull in outdoor activity may have also redirected criminal activity toward indoor spaces, where property crimes are more likely to occur. These patterns illustrate the complex relationship between local geography, demographics, and crime trends, requiring a nuanced approach to policing and community engagement.

February 2025 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with property-related incidents dominating over violent crimes. While property crimes accounted for 39 of 101 total offences, violent crimes numbered 22—a 20.9% gap in absolute terms. This imbalance may partly explain the area’s 20.9% above the UK average, as property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime were elevated. Anti-social behaviour, the most common offence, occurred at 2.4 per 1,000 residents—147% above the UK average—highlighting persistent issues in public spaces. Meanwhile, violent crimes fell by 26.7% compared to the previous month, with violence and sexual offences dropping from 30 to 22. This decline, however, was offset by a 400% surge in public order offences, which rose from one to five incidents. Such volatility underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas prone to disorder. Residents may find the 400% increase in public order crimes particularly concerning, as it suggests a sharp rise in disturbances that could impact local quality of life.

Cleveleys' crime rate in February 2025 rose slightly to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 2.0% increase from the previous month’s 8.0 per 1,000. This places the area 20.9% above the UK average, a persistent gap that reflects local conditions. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly four crimes per day, a figure that underscores the consistent presence of criminal activity despite seasonal lulls. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 123 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This ratio is particularly noteworthy for a built-up area within Wyre, where population density and community dynamics may influence crime patterns. While the increase is modest, it suggests that local factors—such as anti-social behaviour or property-related issues—remain pressing concerns. The comparison to the UK average also indicates that Cleveleys’ crime profile differs from national trends, potentially due to its coastal location and specific socioeconomic characteristics.