Fleetwood Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Fleetwood, 10.6 crimes were reported in September 2025, placing the area 43.2% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This rate translates to a tangible risk for locals, with one in every 94 residents experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (40.7% of all reports), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.8%) and criminal damage (8.1%). These patterns align with Fleetwood's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where late-night activity and seasonal transitions may influence crime dynamics. The surge in violence and sexual offences—67% above the UK average—suggests a need for focused policing in high-risk zones, while anti-social behaviour's 122% above UK levels highlights challenges in managing community tensions. Seasonal factors, such as the start of the academic year and shorter evenings, may contribute to increased incidents. The area's crime profile reflects a combination of local demographics, economic activity, and environmental factors, all of which shape the everyday risk residents face.

September 2025 saw a 300% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 4 incidents—a sharp spike that may reflect seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased traffic during back-to-school periods. Shoplifting also surged by 200%, jumping from 3 to 9 cases, possibly linked to retail promotions or changes in footfall around the town centre. Conversely, public order offences fell by 55.6%, dropping from 18 to 8, which could indicate a reduction in late-night disturbances or effective local policing efforts. Violence and sexual offences remain the most significant category, with rates 67% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 122% above the national benchmark. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, though the decrease in some categories suggests that local measures may be having an impact.

Fleetwood's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 11.4% compared to August, falling from 12.0 to 10.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a temporary shift in criminal activity. above the UK average. On a daily basis, 9 crimes were reported in Fleetwood over the 30-day period, translating to roughly one crime for every 94 residents over the course of the month. This figure highlights the frequency of incidents in a local context, though it does not directly compare to national daily averages. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk of crime than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences alone accounting for 40.7% of all reported crimes. While the drop from August may reflect seasonal patterns—such as the end of university freshers' week or reduced evening activity as nights draw in—longer-term trends suggest sustained challenges in addressing local crime.