Bollington Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,003, Bollington recorded 27 crimes in July 2024, equating to a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents — 59.5% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This represents one of the lowest rates nationally, reflecting a broadly safe environment. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.7% of the total, followed by public order offences (14.8%) and criminal damage and arson (11.1%). These figures align with Bollington’s character as a small, built-up area within Cheshire East, where community cohesion and limited commercial density may contribute to lower crime levels. Seasonal factors in July — such as school holidays, festivals, and increased tourism — could influence patterns, though the overall crime rate remains stable. Violent crimes, while the most frequent category, are 51% below the UK average for this category, suggesting local policing efforts or social dynamics may be effective in mitigating serious incidents. Property crimes, including burglary and theft, were relatively low, with only 8 reported cases, further underscoring Bollington’s position as a low-crime area compared to national benchmarks.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with other theft rising by 200% (1 to 3 cases) and public order offences doubling (2 to 4). These increases may reflect heightened activity during summer festivals or events in the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 33.3% (3 to 2 cases), and violence and sexual offences dropped by 26.7% (15 to 11), suggesting potential success in targeted interventions or seasonal lulls. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category, remain 51% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. Public order offences are also 22% below the UK average, indicating effective local management of disturbances. Criminal damage and arson — a 50% increase from June — are still 37% below the UK average, highlighting the area’s resilience despite seasonal pressures. These changes illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, influenced by both community-specific factors and broader national trends.

Bollington’s crime rate in July 2024 (3.4 per 1,000) marked a 6.9% decrease from June’s rate of 3.6 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak summer activity. When scaled to the population of 8,003, this translates to one reported crime for every 296 residents over the month — a statistic that provides context for residents assessing local safety. Compared to the UK average, Bollington’s rate remains significantly lower, with violent crime categories showing the most pronounced gap. This contrast is amplified by the area’s characteristics as a small, built-up community with limited commercial density, which may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. The monthly exposure figure — 1-in-296 — suggests that while crime is rare, its impact is felt across the community, necessitating ongoing awareness and community engagement to maintain this low rate.