Poulton-le-Fylde Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 saw Poulton-le-Fylde maintain a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents, 14.3% below the UK average of 7.0. This places the area among the safer built-up regions in England, though the profile of crime differs from national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.3% of all recorded crimes, a significant share compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (18% below). Shoplifting, at 1.3 per 1,000, stood out as a local concern, 128% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour also exceeded expectations, with 1.2 per 1,000 compared to the UK’s 0.9 per 1,000. These patterns align with the area’s character as a coastal commuter town with a mix of residential and retail zones. The month’s seasonal context—Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and holiday-related absences—likely contributed to fluctuations. For instance, shoplifting spikes may reflect increased foot traffic in local stores during the festive period, while reduced public order incidents could indicate lower crowds in community spaces. However, direct links to specific events, and broader regional factors may also play a role. The balance of property and violent crime remains skewed toward violence, a trend seen in areas with higher social service usage and fewer industrial activities.

December 2025 marked a dramatic shift in shoplifting rates, which surged by 133.3% compared to November, rising from six to 14 incidents. This increase, though still below the UK average for the category, highlights a local vulnerability in retail security during the Christmas shopping peak. Conversely, public order offences fell by 80.0%, dropping from five to one, suggesting fewer incidents of disorder in public spaces despite the festive season. This contrast may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased community policing or the closure of certain venues during holidays. Violence and sexual offences also saw a notable decline, falling by 34.3% from 35 to 23 incidents. This drop could be attributed to shorter evenings and reduced alcohol consumption. Burglary rates tripled, jumping from one to three incidents, a 200% increase. This rise, though small in absolute terms, may point to targeted opportunities in holiday-occupied homes or businesses. The area’s crime mix remains distinct from the UK average, with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour overrepresented. Residents may find the 128% disparity in shoplifting rates particularly relevant, as it underscores the need for targeted retail security measures during peak periods.

Poulton-le-Fylde’s December 2025 crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents represents a 13.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.9, reflecting a continued downward trend. This decline, though modest, positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the UK, where the national average stands at 7.0. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day in December, a figure that, while low, remains visible to residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 168 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable towns. This statistic, when contextualised against the population of 11,233, suggests that the majority of residents are unlikely to directly encounter crime. However, the disparity in specific categories—such as shoplifting’s 128% excess over the UK average—reveals that the local crime profile is not a mirror of national trends. The area’s smaller size and coastal location may contribute to these differences, as rural and coastal regions often exhibit distinct crime patterns. The 13.0% monthly drop in crime, combined with the low overall rate, indicates that Poulton-le-Fylde’s policing strategies and community initiatives may be effective. Residents should note that while the overall picture is positive, certain categories like shoplifting require targeted attention.