Crime in Garstang: statistics, rates and trends
367 crimes were recorded in Garstang in the 12 months to July 2026, 53.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Garstang at a glance
- Crime trends in Garstang
- Types of crime in Garstang
- Garstang compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Garstang
- Streets with the most crime in Garstang
- What happened after crimes were reported in Garstang
- Population and deprivation in Garstang
- Questions about crime in Garstang
- About this data
367 crimes were recorded in Garstang in the 12 months to July 2026, 53.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 117 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Garstang has the 1,090th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Garstang | Wyre | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 367 | 9,353 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 53.9 | 78.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | -8% | -1% |
| Population | 6,813 | 118,743 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Garstang was highest in the year to July 2020 (417 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (281). Over the whole period it rose 20%, 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 | 367 | 53.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 364 | 53.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 372 | 54.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 281 | 41.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 293 | 43.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 390 | 57.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 417 | 61.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 391 | 57.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 306 | 44.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 23 |
| June 2026 | 20 |
| May 2026 | 22 |
| April 2026 | 28 |
| March 2026 | 25 |
| February 2026 | 29 |
| January 2026 | 18 |
| December 2025 | 39 |
| November 2025 | 35 |
| October 2025 | 33 |
| September 2025 | 42 |
| August 2025 | 53 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Garstang 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. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+18%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-31%) and other theft (-30%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 117 | 17.2 | 0.50 | +18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 112 | 16.4 | 1.07 | +0% |
| Shoplifting | 43 | 6.3 | 0.76 | -31% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 21 | 3.1 | 0.45 | +11% |
| Burglary | 20 | 2.9 | 0.83 | +150% |
| Public order | 17 | 2.5 | 0.38 | +13% |
| Other theft | 16 | 2.3 | 0.37 | -30% |
| Drugs | 7 | 1.0 | 0.31 | +133% |
| Other crime | 6 | 0.9 | 0.42 | +200% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 0.6 | 0.12 | -69% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.4 | 0.53 | +50% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.15 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Garstang
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Garstang recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 31.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Garstang
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Garstang recorded 112 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 30.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Garstang
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Garstang recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 11.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Garstang
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Garstang recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Garstang
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Garstang recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Garstang
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Garstang recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Garstang
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Garstang recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Garstang
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Garstang 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 133% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Garstang
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Garstang recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Garstang
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Garstang recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 69% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Garstang
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Garstang recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Garstang
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Garstang recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Garstang, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Garstang.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Garstang |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailrigg | 133 | 25.9 | -52% |
| Cottam (Preston) | 528 | 54.6 | +1% |
| Fulwood | 2,679 | 77.9 | +45% |
| Longridge (Ribble Valley) | 630 | 66.4 | +23% |
| Kirkham | 679 | 82.5 | +53% |
| Thornton (Wyre) | 1,371 | 69.2 | +28% |
| Poulton-le-Fylde | 811 | 67.4 | +25% |
| Lancaster | 5,628 | 116.7 | +117% |
1 areas within Garstang, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Garstang had the highest rate (53.9 per 1,000) and Garstang the lowest (53.9). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garstang | Neighbourhood | 6,813 | 367 | 53.9 |
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 Garstang over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 31 |
| On or near Stoops Weind | 26 |
| On or near Market Place | 24 |
| On or near Parking Area | 17 |
| On or near The Moorings | 17 |
| On or near Green Lane | 12 |
| On or near High Street | 12 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 12 |
| On or near Grizedale Avenue | 10 |
| On or near Parkside Lane | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Garstang 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 112 | 30.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 87 | 23.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 74 | 20.2% |
| Under investigation | 31 | 8.4% |
| Local resolution | 23 | 6.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 20 | 5.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 10 | 2.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.3% |
Garstang has an estimated population of 6,813. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Garstang sits in decile 7.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Garstang |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 12.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 46.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 41.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 80.4% |
| Social rented homes | 6.4% |
| Private rented homes | 13.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.3 |
Is Garstang a safe place to live?
Garstang recorded 53.9 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 Garstang?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (112).
Is crime in Garstang going up or down?
Recorded crime in Garstang was almost unchanged on the year before: 367 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 364 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Garstang?
Garstang 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 Garstang. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.