Bollington Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bollington’s crime rate in March 2024 stood at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 63.6% below the UK average of 7.7. This stark deviation from the national norm underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile, a pattern that has likely been reinforced by its built-up, low-density character within Cheshire East. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.5% of all reported incidents. While this category remains significantly lower than the UK average—1.3 per 1,000 compared to the national rate of 2.7 per 1,000—it highlights the persistent presence of interpersonal crimes even in relatively safe communities. Other notable categories included criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000), public order offences (0.4 per 1,000), and anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000), all of which were well below UK averages. The seasonal transition to spring, marked by longer evenings and the clocks changing, may have influenced patterns of activity. The low crime rate could be attributed to Bollington’s compact size, which may foster stronger community ties and more effective local policing. However, the sharp increase in public order offences—200% higher than February—suggests that factors such as increased social gatherings or changes in public behaviour may have temporarily elevated certain types of crime. This contrast between overall safety and localized spikes illustrates the combination of factors shaping Bollington’s crime profile, with the area’s character likely playing a central role in maintaining its generally low crime rate.

March 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Public order offences surged by 200% compared to February, rising from one to three incidents—a stark increase that may reflect seasonal shifts as evenings lengthen and community activity intensifies. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose by 150%, from two to five cases, suggesting potential environmental or property-related pressures. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 66.7%, dropping from three to one incident, possibly linked to reduced traffic or seasonal changes in vehicle usage. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 50%, from four to two cases, indicating a temporary reduction in disruptive incidents. Violence and sexual offences, which made up 45.5% of total crimes, remained 51% below the UK average for that category. These variations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Bollington, with certain categories responding more acutely to local and seasonal factors than others.

Bollington's crime rate in March 2024 fell to 2.8 per 1,000 residents, a 31.3% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.0. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though the pace of decline slowed compared to earlier periods. Daily crime statistics reveal that 22 crimes were reported over 31 days, averaging roughly one crime per day. This figure, while low, reflects the area’s generally sparse criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for approximately every 364 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in Bollington. When scaled to the population of 8,003, the crime rate remains 63.6% below the UK average, highlighting a consistent safety profile. The demographic and geographic characteristics of Bollington—likely a compact, low-density built-up area within Cheshire East—may contribute to this pattern, as smaller communities often experience lower crime rates due to stronger social cohesion and policing presence.