The figures show 69 violent crimes for every 1,000 residents
Police figures show there were almost 69 violent crimes for every 1,000 residents in the seaside town last year - meaning roughly one in 20 people being affected.
The town was followed byalone there were more than 3,100 violent offences where victims were injured, alongside over 4,000 incidents where no injury was recorded. A further 2,700 stalking and harassment cases occurred, adding to the town’s overall violent crime total. At the other end of the scale, Buckinghamshire recorded just 14.3 offences per 1,000 people, which is less than a quarter of Blackpool’s rate.
Other areas that saw a low level for violence were Waverley , Wokingham , Richmond-on-Thames and the Isles of Scilly . ’s Police and Crime Commissioner said: “Serious violence is corrosive. It destroys lives, damages communities, and requires a whole society approach involving policing, criminal justice, health services and local authorities.
“These figures are, of course, alarming and highlight the very real challenges faced in popular seaside resorts like Blackpool, which attract millions of visitors, but also in Lancashire and across the country in tackling serious violent crime. “My Police and Crime Plan makes clear that we will challenge any culture of violence through strong enforcement and continued investment in prevention within our communities.
” Blackpool has some of the highest rates of poverty in England, with nearly 40% of neighbourhoods ranked in the most deprived category. The seaside town sees a range of challenges, including high unemployment, struggling healthcare systems, and the lowest life expectancy in the country.
“We want to reassure anyone with concerns that we have dedicated teams across the town, covering a number of different aspects of policing, including community engagement, immediate response, and detectives. “These officers will continue to conduct their duties and police Blackpool with the intent of keeping residents safe and reducing crime. ” Subscribe to our daily newsletter LANCS LIVE NEWS and get all the biggest stories from across Lancashire direct to your inbox
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