Bollington Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,003, Bollington recorded 38 crimes in July 2023, translating to a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents—42.2% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This rate, though modest, reflects a pattern of relatively low crime in a built-up area within Cheshire East, where the population density is lower than in major urban centres but higher than in rural districts. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (23 incidents, 60.5% of total), followed by burglary (4 incidents, 10.5%) and other crime (3 incidents, 7.9%). The prevalence of violence and sexual offences aligns with seasonal trends typical of July, a month marked by school holidays, tourism, and outdoor events that may increase opportunities for such crimes. While the overall rate is well below the UK average, certain categories—like bicycle theft and burglary—showed marked deviations from national trends. For instance, bicycle theft (0.3 per 1,000) was 200% above the UK average, a figure that may be explained by the popularity of cycling during summer months or the presence of specific infrastructure that attracts cyclists. Conversely, anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) was 72% below the UK average, due to community policing efforts or the character of Bollington as a quieter, more tightly knit area compared to larger cities. These patterns suggest that local factors, including seasonal activity and demographic characteristics, play a significant role in shaping Bollington's crime profile. The absence of major spikes in property crime, despite the summer season, contrasts with typical trends in coastal resorts or urban centres, where shoplifting and vehicle crime often surge. This may indicate that Bollington's built-up area, while not immune to crime, benefits from a combination of community engagement, limited retail presence, and the absence of high-density housing that could otherwise contribute to higher rates of theft.

July 2023 saw notable spikes in burglary, bicycle theft, and shoplifting, with burglary alone tripling from one to four incidents—a 300% increase. This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with decreases in other theft and other crime categories, which fell by 33.3% and 25.0% respectively. The breakdown of crime types reveals a mixed picture compared to UK averages: while violence and sexual offences in Bollington (2.9 per 1,000) are 4% above the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) is 72% below the UK rate (1.4 per 1,000). Bicycle theft (0.3 per 1,000) is 200% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased cycling during summer months. For residents, the sharp rise in burglary highlights a specific vulnerability that could be linked to local conditions, such as the timing of festivals or events that may temporarily alter community dynamics.

Bollington's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 13.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.5 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, suggests a trend of stabilisation in local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, the area experienced roughly one reported crime for every 211 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime for individuals living in Bollington. Daily, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a rate that, while not negligible, remains well below the UK average when scaled to its population size. This daily context is particularly useful for residents assessing personal risk: with 38 crimes spread across 31 days, the likelihood of encountering a crime in any given day is relatively low. However, the sharp increases in specific categories—such as burglary and bicycle theft—suggest that certain vulnerabilities may have emerged in July, warranting closer attention from local authorities and residents alike.