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

Poulton-le-Fylde’s October 2024 crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents places it 48.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a figure that underscores the area’s consistently lower exposure to crime compared to the national picture. This disparity is evident across multiple categories, with violence and sexual offences at 1.7 per 1,000 (36% below the UK average) and anti-social behaviour at 1.2 per 1,000 (7% below the UK average). The breakdown of crimes highlights a dominance of violent and property-related incidents, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.4% of the total, followed by anti-social behaviour (27.7%). Seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, may have influenced patterns, particularly in violent crime. The area’s lower crime rate is likely shaped by its character as a relatively small built-up area within Wyre, where community dynamics and local initiatives may contribute to a safer environment. However, the seasonal context introduces complexity, as increased social activity during October could temporarily elevate certain crime types, even against a backdrop of long-term safety trends. The balance between violent and property crimes also reflects the area’s profile, with property-related incidents (including burglary and theft) remaining significantly below UK averages, suggesting that factors such as lower population density or reduced commercial activity may play a role. These patterns illustrate how local conditions interact with national trends to shape Poulton-le-Fylde’s unique crime profile.

October 2024 saw a notable 26.7% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 15 to 19 incidents. This uptick may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for 40.4% of the total, compared to 27.7% for anti-social behaviour. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 83.3%, declining from six to just one incident—a drop that aligns with the area’s overall trend of being 79% below the UK average for this category. The breakdown also reveals that public order offences fell by 50.0%, contributing to the area’s 82% deficit compared to the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, where seasonal factors like Halloween and darker evenings may influence violent crime rates, while reduced vehicle activity could explain the sharp decline in vehicle-related incidents. For residents, the 83.3% decrease in vehicle crime is a tangible indicator of safety improvements in specific contexts.

Poulton-le-Fylde's crime rate in October 2024 (4.2 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 13.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with a broader pattern observed in the area, where crime rates have consistently remained below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly two crimes per day over October, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 239 residents illustrates the infrequency of crime in Poulton-le-Fylde. This context is particularly significant for residents, as it suggests a level of safety that contrasts with the UK average, where the equivalent ratio would be far higher. The population-scaled perspective further highlights how the area’s demographic size and crime distribution contribute to its distinct profile, offering residents a sense of security that may be less common in larger urban centres.