Garstang Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Garstang, 5 crimes were reported in March 2024—a rate 35.1% lower than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 199 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that contextualises the area’s safety profile. The crime mix highlights a striking contrast: shoplifting, at 1.8 per 1,000 (36.4% of total crimes), is 195% above the UK average, while violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) are 33% below the national rate. This duality suggests a unique local dynamic, where retail environments may drive shoplifting incidents despite the broader area’s low overall crime rate. March, as a transitional month with longer evenings, may influence patterns of public activity. The area’s character as a small built-up area within Wyre—likely a mix of residential and retail zones—may explain why shoplifting dominates, while violent crime remains comparatively low. Anti-social behaviour, though less frequent than in the UK, also rose sharply, pointing to potential seasonal or situational factors during this period.

March 2024 saw a 17.8% increase in Garstang’s crime rate compared to February, rising from 4.3 to 5.0 per 1,000 residents. Among the most notable shifts, anti-social behaviour surged by 133.3% (from 3 to 7 incidents), a jump that may reflect changing social dynamics as the weather improved. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 50%, though they remain 33% below the UK average. This contrast underscores how local factors can shape crime trends even within a low-rate environment. Shoplifting, the most common crime (36.4% of total), saw a 20% increase, with its rate at 1.8 per 1,000—195% above the UK average. This disparity suggests a specific vulnerability in Garstang’s retail sectors, possibly linked to the area’s economic profile or foot traffic patterns. Conversely, other theft fell by 50%, with only one reported incident. These swings highlight the need for targeted strategies to address shoplifting while maintaining the area’s overall safety. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the elevated risk of retail-related crimes, which may warrant increased vigilance in high-traffic zones.

Garstang’s March 2024 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents represents a 17.8% increase from February’s 4.3 rate, though it remains significantly below the UK average. When scaled to daily life, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day over the 31-day period—a figure that, while low, reflects the relatively small population of 6,573 residents. On a monthly basis, this translates to a 1-in-199 chance of a resident experiencing a reported crime, a ratio that contextualises the safety of daily routines in Garstang. The previous month’s rate was 4.3, suggesting a gradual upward trend that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the lengthening evenings in March. However, the area’s overall safety profile remains strong compared to the UK, where the average rate is 7.7 per 1,000. This contrast is particularly evident in violent crime, which is 33% below the UK average, and public order offences, which are 63% lower. These figures reinforce Garstang’s position as a comparatively safe area, even as specific categories like shoplifting highlight vulnerabilities tied to local retail activity.