Bollington Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bollington’s December 2023 crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents places it 61.1% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 77.3% of all incidents (17 cases), significantly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This category’s dominance may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the Christmas shopping peak and extended dark evenings, which could contribute to increased interpersonal conflicts or reduced visibility in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour followed with 9.1% of total crimes (2 cases), also far below the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. The area’s low property crime rate—just one burglary, one public order offence, and one drugs-related incident—further reinforces its position as a relatively secure built-up area. However, the seasonal context of December, with its mix of holiday-related activity and isolation, may explain fluctuations in violent crime. While the overall rate remains low, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences compared to November suggests a need to consider how local rhythms, such as festive gatherings or disrupted routines, might influence crime patterns. This data underscores the importance of contextualising crime trends within both geographical and temporal frameworks, ensuring that policy and community responses are appropriately calibrated.

The most striking shift in December 2023 was the 70% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 10 to 17 incidents. This category now accounts for 77.3% of all crimes, significantly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (20% below Bollington’s rate). Concurrently, drugs-related crimes surged by 100%, moving from zero to one incident—a notable anomaly in an area typically low for such offences. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 50%, dropping from two to one, possibly reflecting reduced public gatherings during the Christmas period. These changes highlight a stark contrast in crime dynamics compared to the previous month, with violent crime dominating the landscape. For residents, the 70% rise in violence and sexual offences may signal a need for increased awareness, particularly during darker evenings when such incidents are more likely. The drugs increase, though isolated, underscores the potential for sporadic spikes in specific categories even in low-crime areas.

Bollington's December 2023 crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 4.2% decrease from the previous month’s 2.9 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate. When considering the monthly exposure, 1 crime occurred for roughly every 364 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in the community. This statistic, when contextualised against Bollington’s population of 8,003, highlights the area’s consistent position as a low-crime environment compared to national averages. The decline in crime, though modest, may be influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during the holiday period or increased community vigilance during the festive season. The data also suggests that while the overall rate remains stable, specific categories such as violence and sexual offences have seen significant fluctuations, which warrant closer examination in the highlights section.