Thornton (Wyre) Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with 18,807 residents, 106 crimes in July 2024 translates to 5.6 crimes per 1,000 people — a rate 33.3% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This relatively low rate contrasts with national trends, particularly in violent crime, which accounted for 48.1% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences (51 cases) were the most common category, followed by anti-social behaviour (25 cases) and criminal damage and arson (9 cases). The seasonal context of July — peak summer, school holidays, and increased tourism — may partly explain the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour, as crowded public spaces and late-night events can amplify such incidents. The area’s crime profile suggests a balance between community-driven factors and broader seasonal influences, with violent crime rates lower than the UK average (2.7 per 1,000 vs. 2.9 per 1,000). Property crime, though lower than violent crime, remained a concern, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both showing significant reductions compared to UK averages. This data highlights a combination of local dynamics and national patterns, warranting further analysis of how Thornton (Wyre)’s built-up character and seasonal rhythms shape its crime profile.

July 2024 saw a 24.4% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 41 to 51 cases — a sharp upward trend that may reflect heightened social activity during the summer months. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 87.5%, from 8 to 1 case, and vehicle crime fell by 75%, from 8 to 2 cases, suggesting potential improvements in security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Bicycle theft rose by 100%, marking a stark anomaly, though this single incident may be an outlier rather than a trend. Thornton (Wyre)’s anti-social behaviour rate (1.3 per 1,000) was 10% below the UK average (1.4 per 1,000), indicating effective community policing or fewer incidents in public spaces. The area’s violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) was 5% below the UK average, a distinction that may stem from local initiatives or demographic factors. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted strategies to address rising violence while capitalising on the reductions in other categories.

Thornton (Wyre)’s crime rate in July 2024 (5.6 per 1,000) marked an 8.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained period of relative stability. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day — a manageable figure that contrasts with the UK’s higher national average. Over the course of the month, 1 crime was reported for roughly every 177 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests lower individual risk compared to the UK’s broader population. With a population of 18,807, the absolute number of crimes (106) provides context for residents: in practical terms, this means the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life is significantly lower than in many other parts of the country. The comparison to the UK average also highlights Thornton (Wyre)’s effectiveness in managing violent crime, which remains 5% below the national benchmark. These figures, when viewed through a population-scaled lens, illustrate a community that, while not immune to crime, maintains a safer environment than the national average suggests.