Bollington Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bollington's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 51.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast to national trends highlights the area's relative safety, particularly in light of seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween activities. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 51.6% of all reported incidents (16 cases).0 per 1,000 remains 26% below the UK average for the same category. Anti-social behaviour followed with 12.9% of cases, while criminal damage and arson saw a 200% month-on-month increase, likely influenced by the Halloween season and reduced visibility during autumn evenings. The area's low crime rate may reflect its compact, community-oriented nature, with limited commercial density compared to larger urban centres. This pattern is consistent with Bollington's character as a built-up area within Cheshire East, where local policing and close-knit communities may contribute to lower crime exposure. While the rise in criminal damage and arson is concerning, the overall picture remains one of safety, with property crime rates significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of October—marked by the clocks going back and Halloween—may have amplified certain types of crime, but the absence of major spikes in other categories suggests no immediate cause for alarm. Residents are advised to remain cautious during evenings but can take comfort in the area's continued performance relative to national benchmarks.

October saw a 200% increase in criminal damage and arson cases, rising from one to three incidents. This spike may be linked to Halloween activities and the transition to darker evenings, which could influence vandalism patterns. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50% compared to the previous month, with only two incidents reported—marking a significant decline in property crime. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, contributing 51.6% of all crimes, but at a rate of 2.0 per 1,000, this is 26% below the UK average for the same category. Bicycle theft and drugs offences both emerged as new categories in October, each contributing 3.2% of total crimes. These figures suggest a mix of seasonal factors and localized trends, with no clear indication of systemic issues. Residents may find the burglary decline particularly reassuring, though the rise in criminal damage warrants attention during community events.

Bollington's crime rate in October 2023 rose 34.8% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.9 to 3.9 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains 51.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported incident per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with the area's small population of 8,003. When scaled to the population, this equates to one crime for every 258 residents over the course of the month—a figure that underscores the relatively low risk environment despite the month-on-month rise. The population context is critical: Bollington's compact size and likely community-focused policing model may contribute to this lower exposure compared to larger urban centres. Local residents are advised to remain vigilant during October's darker evenings, but the overall picture remains one of safety relative to national standards.