Crime in Barrowford: statistics, rates and trends
437 crimes were recorded in Barrowford in the 12 months to July 2026, 64.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Barrowford at a glance
- Crime trends in Barrowford
- Types of crime in Barrowford
- Barrowford compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Barrowford
- Streets with the most crime in Barrowford
- What happened after crimes were reported in Barrowford
- Population and deprivation in Barrowford
- Questions about crime in Barrowford
- About this data
437 crimes were recorded in Barrowford in the 12 months to July 2026, 64.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 162 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Barrowford has the 890th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Barrowford | Pendle | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 437 | 9,393 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 64.1 | 94.1 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -6% | -7% | -1% |
| Population | 6,818 | 99,777 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Barrowford was highest in the year to July 2021 (597 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (437). Over the whole period it fell 10%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 437 | 64.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 464 | 68.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 459 | 67.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 442 | 64.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 468 | 68.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 597 | 87.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 505 | 74.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 487 | 71.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 484 | 71.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 49 |
| June 2026 | 33 |
| May 2026 | 40 |
| April 2026 | 30 |
| March 2026 | 41 |
| February 2026 | 27 |
| January 2026 | 41 |
| December 2025 | 36 |
| November 2025 | 36 |
| October 2025 | 39 |
| September 2025 | 34 |
| August 2025 | 31 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Barrowford over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for burglary.
The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+60%) and burglary (+20%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-28%) and vehicle crime (-12%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 162 | 23.8 | 0.69 | +7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 120 | 17.6 | 1.15 | -28% |
| Burglary | 36 | 5.3 | 1.49 | +20% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 32 | 4.7 | 0.69 | +60% |
| Vehicle crime | 21 | 3.1 | 0.63 | -12% |
| Public order | 18 | 2.6 | 0.40 | +12% |
| Other crime | 11 | 1.6 | 0.76 | +0% |
| Other theft | 11 | 1.6 | 0.25 | -31% |
| Shoplifting | 9 | 1.3 | 0.16 | -18% |
| Drugs | 7 | 1.0 | 0.31 | +17% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.7 | 0.76 | +67% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.6 | 0.43 | -50% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.18 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Barrowford
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Barrowford recorded 162 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 37.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Barrowford
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Barrowford recorded 120 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 27.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Barrowford
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Barrowford recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Barrowford
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Barrowford recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Barrowford
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Barrowford recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Barrowford
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Barrowford recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Barrowford
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Barrowford recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Barrowford
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Barrowford recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Barrowford
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Barrowford recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Barrowford
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Barrowford recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Barrowford
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Barrowford recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Barrowford
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Barrowford recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Barrowford
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Barrowford recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Barrowford, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Barrowford.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Barrowford |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson (Pendle) | 3,946 | 109.7 | +71% |
| Brierfield | 1,222 | 98.0 | +53% |
| Colne | 2,565 | 126.9 | +98% |
| Burnley | 12,326 | 147.0 | +129% |
| Barnoldswick | 588 | 52.7 | -18% |
| Padiham | 1,549 | 139.7 | +118% |
| Clitheroe | 1,121 | 59.7 | -7% |
| Clayton-le-Moors | 1,153 | 115.1 | +80% |
1 areas within Barrowford, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Barrowford & Pendleside had the highest rate (64.1 per 1,000) and Barrowford & Pendleside the lowest (64.1). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrowford & Pendleside | Neighbourhood | 6,818 | 437 | 64.1 |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Barrowford over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Fountain Square | 17 |
| On or near Bedford Street | 14 |
| On or near Ford Street | 14 |
| On or near Mill Street | 14 |
| On or near Sharp Street | 14 |
| On or near Parking Area | 13 |
| On or near Bolton Grove | 12 |
| On or near Carr Hall Gardens | 12 |
| On or near Pinfold | 11 |
| On or near Hawthorne Grove | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Barrowford over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 133 | 30.4% |
| Not recorded | 120 | 27.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 86 | 19.7% |
| Under investigation | 39 | 8.9% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 3.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 16 | 3.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 9 | 2.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 8 | 1.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 7 | 1.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
Barrowford has an estimated population of 6,818. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Barrowford sits in decile 6.4, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Barrowford |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.1% |
| Social rented homes | 6.3% |
| Private rented homes | 18.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.4 |
Is Barrowford a safe place to live?
Barrowford recorded 64.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Barrowford?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 162 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (120).
Is crime in Barrowford going up or down?
Recorded crime in Barrowford was down 6% on the year before: 437 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 464 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Barrowford?
Barrowford is policed by Lancashire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Barrowford. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.