Garstang Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Garstang's crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 22.7% below the UK average, a position that reflects both the area's overall safety and its unique crime profile. The balance between property and violent crime is particularly noteworthy: violent crimes (12) outnumbered property crimes (9), a pattern that diverges from typical urban trends where property crime often dominates. This shift may be partly explained by seasonal factors, as November's darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night could contribute to increased incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 31.6% of all reported crimes. This category was 31% below the UK average, suggesting that while violent crime is present, it is not as severe as in other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 31.6% of total crimes, but this figure was 71% above the UK average, indicating a localised challenge that warrants attention. The seasonal context of November—marked by reduced daylight, Black Friday shopping, and the Bonfire Night celebrations—likely influenced these patterns, with darker evenings increasing opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the relatively low overall rate, combined with the absence of significant spikes in property crime, suggests that Garstang's built-up area maintains a safer environment compared to many other UK locations. This dynamic interplay between crime types and seasonal factors highlights the importance of understanding local contexts when interpreting crime statistics, even in areas that appear generally secure.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with criminal damage and arson doubling to two incidents, while drugs and public order offences also rose sharply from zero to two each. This contrasts with decreases in other theft (-50%) and a marginal drop in violence and sexual offences (-7.7%). The balance between property and violent crime reveals a striking dynamic: violent crimes (12) outnumbered property crimes (9), despite the area's overall rate being 22.7% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.8 per 1,000, is 71% above the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the rise in public order offences. Residents might find the 71% gap in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, given its potential impact on local quality of life. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and other theft fell significantly below UK averages, suggesting a lower risk in these categories for local households.

Garstang's crime rate in November 2023 rose slightly to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.7% increase from the previous month's 5.6 rate. This equates to roughly one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's overall safety profile. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 173 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 6,573, this suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime during their daily routines. However, the shift in crime types from October to November reveals localised pressures, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and drug-related incidents, which are higher than the UK average. These variations highlight the need for targeted awareness, even in areas with generally low crime rates.