Alsager Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Alsager’s crime rate for January 2026 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 48.5% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safest in the country for violent crime, where incidents of violence and sexual offences (27 cases) accounted for 52.9% of total crimes. The rate for this category—1.8 per 1,000—was 28% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with Alsager’s broader trend of lower serious violence compared to national benchmarks. Property crimes, including theft and vehicle-related offences, remained minimal, with anti-social behaviour (6 cases) and public order incidents (6 cases) representing the next most common categories. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday periods, reduced retail activity, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the lower volume of outdoor crimes typically associated with seasonal fluctuations. While violent crime remains the dominant category, its relatively low rate suggests a combination of local policing strategies and community engagement efforts. The area’s crime profile reflects its character as a built-up district within Cheshire East, where the absence of major industrial or tourist hubs may reduce certain types of crime while maintaining a focus on local community safety. The overall crime rate, though modest, indicates that persistent efforts to address anti-social behaviour and public order issues remain critical for sustaining this downward trend.

January 2026 marked a significant decline in shoplifting, with reported incidents falling from six to two—a 66.7% reduction. This decrease may partly explain the overall drop in property crimes, which now account for only 19.6% of total incidents compared to 52.9% for violent crimes. The most notable month-on-month increase occurred in anti-social behaviour, which rose by 50% (4 to 6 cases), suggesting a potential shift in community dynamics during the post-holiday period. Public order offences also saw a 20% increase, though they remained well below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. Violent crimes—primarily assault and sexual offences—were 28% below the UK average (1.8 vs 2.5 per 1,000), a trend consistent with Alsager’s historically lower rates of serious violence. For residents, the sharp drop in shoplifting could indicate improved retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during January’s shorter days.

Alsager's crime rate in January 2026 dropped to 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 34.5% decrease from the previous month’s 5.3 per 1,000. This decline places the area significantly below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting sustained efforts in community policing and local initiatives. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure to crime in Alsager means that one resident in every 290 experienced a reported crime during the month. This statistic, while illustrative of the area’s safety, also highlights the importance of maintaining current strategies to prevent even minor increases in specific categories like anti-social behaviour, which rose by 50% from the prior month. The population context further reinforces that Alsager’s crime profile remains distinct from national trends, particularly in violent crime categories where the area consistently performs below average.