Bollington Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 marked a continuation of Bollington’s trend toward lower crime rates, with the overall figure of 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents placing the area 53.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This performance, while consistent with broader regional patterns, was shaped by seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday and the onset of spring, which may have influenced both crime types and their frequency. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (17.9%) and anti-social behaviour (14.3%). These figures align with the characteristics of a small built-up area within Cheshire East, where community cohesion and local policing efforts may contribute to lower rates of property crime compared to larger urban centres. However, the seasonal context of April—marked by increased outdoor activity and the Easter period—may have influenced patterns, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour, which saw a 300% month-on-month increase. While the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, the rise in certain categories underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and targeted strategies. The relative absence of shoplifting and other theft-related crimes, which were 79% and 46% below UK averages respectively, may reflect Bollington’s character as a less commercially dense area compared to major retail hubs. This data, when contextualised with local demographics and seasonal rhythms, provides a nuanced picture of a community that, while generally safe, faces specific challenges in managing fluctuations in certain types of crime.

The most significant decline in April 2023 was the 48.1% reduction in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from 27 to 14 cases. This decrease, though notable, occurred alongside sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+300%), criminal damage and arson (+150%), and public order offences (+100%). These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. For instance, the rise in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the Easter holiday period, when increased outdoor activity and gatherings could contribute to such incidents. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remain 31% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, indicating that Bollington’s overall safety profile continues to outperform national benchmarks despite these fluctuations. A resident might find the 50% share of violent crimes in the total monthly tally particularly noteworthy, as it highlights the need for targeted interventions in this category.

Bollington’s crime rate in April 2023 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 22.2% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This drop reflects a continued trend of reduced crime, though the pace of decline slowed compared to earlier months. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for sustained vigilance. When scaled to the local population of 8,003, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 286 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Bollington compared to larger urban centres, where daily crime rates are often significantly higher. While the data does not provide UK-wide daily or monthly exposure figures, the overall rate remains 53.3% below the national average, suggesting a consistently safer environment than the UK average, even as local fluctuations occur.