Bollington Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bollington’s crime profile in November 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, shaped by both local dynamics and seasonal influences. The area’s overall crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents places it 61.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores its relatively low exposure to criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.5% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent category, followed by other theft (13.0%) and anti-social behaviour (8.7%). This violent crime dominance may be influenced by Bollington’s status as a built-up area within Cheshire East, where population density and social interactions could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict compared to more rural regions. However, the area’s property crime rates are lower than the UK average, with shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime each registering 80% or more below national figures. This contrast may reflect the limited presence of high-traffic retail zones or commuter hubs that typically drive such crimes. Seasonal factors also played a role: November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could have amplified incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, though these remained below the UK average. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of theft from the person and vehicle crime suggest that Bollington’s built-up character, while conducive to some crime types, does not align with the patterns seen in larger urban centres. The interplay of these factors—population density, seasonal activity, and local infrastructure—paints a nuanced picture of an area where violent crime remains a concern but property-related offences are comparatively rare, a trend consistent with its geographical and demographic context.

November 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories within Bollington. Other theft rose sharply by 200%, jumping from one reported incident to three, marking the most substantial increase of the month. This surge may reflect heightened retail activity during Black Friday or increased visibility of high-value items in local stores. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 66.7%, from three incidents to one, potentially linked to the seasonal reduction in outdoor events or improved community vigilance around Bonfire Night. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted: while violence and sexual offences (43.5% of total crimes) remained the dominant category, property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary saw a notable decrease. Other crime—a category encompassing a range of non-specific incidents—doubled from zero to two cases, a change that highlights the variability in how such crimes are recorded and reported. These shifts suggest that while overall crime remains low, targeted efforts to address theft and property crime may yield measurable results in the coming months.

Bollington's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a 25.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in many areas during late autumn, though the magnitude of the drop in Bollington is notable. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with its overall crime rate. When scaled to the population of 8,003, this translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 348 residents over the course of the month—a figure that underscores the relatively low risk of personal exposure to crime compared to national averages. This monthly exposure rate, while illustrative of the area’s safety, does not account for fluctuations in reporting or seasonal variations in crime types. The shift from the previous month may partly reflect changes in community activity, such as the winding down of Black Friday shopping or adjustments in local events during November, though these connections remain speculative without further data.