Fleetwood Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Fleetwood's August 2025 crime rate of 12.0 per 1,000 represents a significant divergence from the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, with the area recording a 48.1% higher rate. This elevation is driven by a sharp increase in violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences (35.7% of total crimes), and anti-social behaviour (33.7% of total crimes), both of which are higher than national averages. The seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month likely contributes to this pattern, as increased tourism and the presence of empty homes during the summer may exacerbate issues like burglary and public disorder. However, the data also reveals a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics: while violent crime and anti-social behaviour dominate, shoplifting and vehicle crime have seen notable declines. This contrast may reflect heightened police presence or seasonal retail closures, though the persistence of high rates in violent and anti-social categories suggests deeper-rooted challenges. The town's character—likely a coastal resort with a mix of residential and commercial areas—may amplify these trends, as tourist influxes and transient populations can strain community resources and increase the risk of certain types of crime. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or where temporary housing is common, as these may be hotspots for anti-social behaviour and interpersonal violence.

August 2025 saw a stark rise in theft from the person, doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase. This spike, though small in absolute terms, signals heightened vulnerability in public spaces, particularly during the summer tourist season. Concurrently, drug-related crimes rose by 10%, from 10 to 11, indicating a persistent challenge in this category. In contrast, vehicle crime fell sharply by 66.7%, from three to one, and shoplifting dropped by 50%, from six to three, possibly reflecting seasonal shifts in retail activity or enforcement efforts. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent crime type, with a rate of 4.3 per 1,000—50% above the UK average—and anti-social behaviour at 4.0 per 1,000, 174% above the UK average. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas prone to public disorder and interpersonal conflict, such as the town's more densely populated zones or venues with high foot traffic.

Fleetwood's crime rate in August 2025 (12.0 per 1,000) reflects a 15.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 14.2 per 1,000. This decline, however, still leaves the area 48.1% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately nine reported crimes each day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 84 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to population size. While the overall rate has dropped, the distribution of crime types remains a concern, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and violence, which are high compared to the UK average. This suggests that while the immediate trend is downward, the nature of crime in Fleetwood continues to diverge from national patterns, requiring sustained attention from local authorities and residents.