Fleetwood Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Fleetwood’s crime rate of 10.2 per 1,000 residents placed it 32.5% above the UK average, highlighting a pressing concern for local residents. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 34.4% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (32.4%) and criminal damage and arson (8.1%). These figures underscore a stark contrast to national trends, with anti-social behaviour in Fleetwood being 199% higher than the UK average and violence 26% above. Seasonal factors may contribute to these patterns, as September marks the return to school and university freshers’ week, which can heighten tensions in densely populated areas like Fleetwood’s town centre. The dominance of anti-social behaviour suggests a combination of youth activity and social pressures, potentially linked to the area’s coastal character and transient population. Meanwhile, property crimes remained relatively low, with vehicle crime and shoplifting both below UK averages, reflecting the town’s limited retail density and lower foot traffic compared to larger urban centres. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and violence indicates a need for targeted community engagement strategies to address underlying social issues.

September 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime trends, with other crime increasing by 200% (from 4 to 12 incidents) and possession of weapons doubling (from 2 to 4). These spikes, coupled with an 18.1% rise in anti-social behaviour (from 72 to 85), suggest a growing challenge in managing public disorder. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 84.4% (from 45 to 7), potentially linked to seasonal factors such as the end of summer tourism and reduced foot traffic in retail areas. The sharp decline in public order offences (68.8% decrease) and theft from the person (33.3% decrease) may reflect improved policing or natural seasonal lulls. Anti-social behaviour in Fleetwood remains 199% above the UK average, while violence and sexual offences are 26% above. This disparity highlights the area’s unique challenges compared to national benchmarks. For residents, the daily crime rate of approximately 8 incidents per day offers a tangible sense of risk, with 1 in 98 residents experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month.

Fleetwood’s crime rate in September 2024 dropped by 19.3% from the previous month’s 12.6 per 1,000, indicating a short-term reduction in overall criminal activity. However, this remains significantly higher than the UK average, with the area’s residents facing a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 98 people. This figure, while lower than the prior month, still places Fleetwood in a position where crime is more frequent than the national average. The daily crime count of 8 incidents per day provides a concrete perspective for residents, illustrating the constant presence of criminal activity in everyday life. When compared to the previous month, the 19.3% decline may reflect seasonal transitions, as the end of summer holidays and the start of term-time routines could have temporarily reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. Yet, the persistent gap between Fleetwood’s crime rate and UK averages underscores the need for sustained local initiatives to address root causes. The population-scaled perspective—1 in 98 residents affected monthly—emphasises that while the rate has decreased, the risk remains higher than in many other parts of the country.