WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Lancashire Constabulary Police

Briercliffe Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Briercliffe, localized within Burnley.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

2.96per 1k

Total Population

11,812

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences19

Anti-social Behaviour4

Other Theft4

Drug Offences3

Criminal Damage & Arson2

Vehicle Crime1

Burglary1

Weapons Possession1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Widow Hill Road Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Parker Street Map	Drugs: 2Anti-social behaviour: 1	3
On or near Talbot Street Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Stirling Court Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Harrison Street Map	Other theft: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1	2
On or near New Taylor Fold Map	Other theft: 2	2
On or near Tennyson Street Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1
On or near Townley Street Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1
On or near Rockwood Close Map	Anti-social behaviour: 1	1
On or near Balderstone Close Map	Vehicle crime: 1	1