Poulton-le-Fylde Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Poulton-le-Fylde, 6.7 crimes were reported in June 2024, placing the area 18.3% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This translates to a monthly exposure where one in every 150 residents faced a reported crime. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (34.7% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (20.0%), and vehicle crime (13.3%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a small coastal town where summer tourism begins in June, likely increasing foot traffic and associated risks. Violent crime rates, at 2.3 per 1,000, were 17% below the UK average, suggesting safer public spaces during the warmer months. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, may reflect the social dynamics of a tight-knit community where such incidents are more visible. Vehicle crime, however, stood out as a stark contrast, with rates 100% above the national average, possibly linked to the town’s proximity to major roads or recreational vehicle use in nearby rural areas. The seasonal context of June—longer evenings and the start of the tourism season—may explain fluctuations in certain crime types. Overall, the per-capita risk remains relatively low, with daily crime rates averaging two incidents per day, a figure that would be noticeable to residents but not alarming in a small community.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft, public order offences, and other theft each increasing by 100% compared to May. This surge in bicycle theft—rising from zero to one incident—may reflect the influx of summer tourists or local residents taking bikes for outdoor activities. Public order offences, which doubled to four incidents, could be tied to the start of the tourism season. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, from 10 to five incidents, due to reduced vandalism during the summer months or improved community monitoring. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, was 100% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may relate to the area’s road networks or parking habits. Burglary, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 67% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in property security that could be addressed through local initiatives. Meanwhile, shoplifting and other thefts remained well below national averages, indicating effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic in non-tourist areas. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions, such as increased patrols in high-traffic zones or community education on vehicle security.

In June 2024, Poulton-le-Fylde’s crime rate rose slightly to 6.7 per 1,000 residents from 6.5 per 1,000 in May, marking a 2.8% increase. This small upward trend is unlikely to signal a significant change in safety, as the area remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that would be immediately noticeable to residents but not alarming in a small community. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 150 residents, a rate that places the area in the lower quartile of UK built-up areas. This monthly exposure is particularly relevant for local families, as it suggests that the likelihood of encountering a crime is low but not negligible. The population context also highlights the importance of proportionality: with 11,233 residents, even a small increase in crime can have a visible impact on community perception. Comparing these figures to the UK average reinforces the area’s relative safety, though the 100% above-average rate for vehicle crime underscores a specific vulnerability. Residents may find the daily crime count (two incidents) a more tangible metric than the per-capita rate, as it reflects the immediate reality of living in a small town where community policing and awareness are critical.