Poulton-le-Fylde Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Poulton-le-Fylde during January 2026, accounting for 47.7% of all reported crimes. This category, which saw 31 incidents, remained 12% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 residents, despite the area's overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 being 14.7% below the national figure. The dominance of violent crime in this small built-up area suggests a unique local dynamic, potentially influenced by factors such as community interactions, local demographics, or specific environmental conditions. Seasonal context also played a role, with January's post-holiday period and shorter days likely contributing to a reduced volume of retail-related crimes compared to busier months. Shoplifting, while still a concern, dropped by 50% from 14 to 7 incidents, aligning with the generally lower retail footfall typical of the area. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 7.7% of crimes, remained significantly below the UK average, with a 46% deficit in this category. This contrast highlights the area's relatively low levels of disruptive behaviour compared to the national context. The overall crime profile of Poulton-le-Fylde reflects a balance between localised trends in violent crime and a generally lower incidence of other categories, shaped by the area's character as a small, possibly rural or semi-rural built-up area within Wyre.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in public order offences and vehicle crime, with public order incidents rising by 400% compared to the previous month. This surge, from one to five incidents, may reflect a combination of seasonal factors and specific local events, though no definitive link can be established. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, increasing by 150% to five reported cases, potentially influenced by colder weather prompting more vehicle-related crimes. Conversely, burglary fell by 66.7% as the number of incidents dropped from three to one, a reduction that could be attributed to seasonal deterrence factors or improved security measures. Violent crimes, which accounted for 47.7% of all reported crimes, remained 12% above the UK average, highlighting a localised trend in this category despite the overall rate being below national levels. These shifts in crime patterns illustrate the dynamic nature of local criminal activity and the importance of ongoing monitoring.

Poulton-le-Fylde's crime rate in January 2026 fell to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.0. This slight decline aligns with the seasonal pattern typical of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall crime rate compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's generally low level of criminal activity relative to its population of 11,233. When contextualised against the UK average, Poulton-le-Fylde's rate remains 14.7% below the national figure, suggesting a community that, despite local fluctuations, maintains a safer profile than the average UK location.