Bollington Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bollington's crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents in October 2024 places it 55.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile than the national picture. This built-up area within Cheshire East, with a population of 8,003, recorded 29 total crimes, dominated by property offences (17, 58.6% of total) and violent crimes (7, 24.1%). The crime mix shows a distinct emphasis on property-related incidents, with other theft (6) and criminal damage (4) forming the most common categories. Seasonal factors likely contribute to these patterns, as October's shorter evenings and Halloween celebrations may influence both property crime opportunities and community activity levels. The area's lower overall crime rate suggests a combination of effective local policing, community cohesion, and socioeconomic factors that appear to mitigate risks typically associated with urban centres. While property crime remains the largest category, the significantly lower violent crime rate compared to the UK average (24.1% of total vs 66% nationally) indicates a safer environment for residents, though the rise in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average may signal emerging local challenges requiring targeted intervention.

October 2024 saw marked fluctuations in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging 300% month-on-month (1 to 4 incidents) and burglary increasing 200% (1 to 3). These jumps contrast with a 41.7% drop in violence and sexual offences (from 12 to 7), which fell below the UK average by 66% (0.9 per 1,000). Other theft also rose sharply, doubling from 3 to 6 incidents, though it remained 43% above the UK average for that category (0.6 per 1,000). The most notable local anomaly is the 21% above UK average rate for burglary (0.4 vs 0.3 per 1,000), which may reflect specific vulnerabilities in residential security or property density. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 33.3% (3 to 2), aligning with the area's overall 77% below UK average for that category (0.3 vs 1.3 per 1,000). These shifts suggest seasonal influences, with Halloween-related activities potentially contributing to increased vandalism, while the decline in violent crime could indicate the impact of school term patterns on community interactions. Residents may find the 10.3% share of burglary and vehicle crime (combined 20.6% of total) particularly relevant, as these categories represent the most significant property-related risks in the area.

Bollington's October 2024 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents represents a 16.0% increase from the previous month's 3.1 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day in October, translating to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 276 residents. This monthly aggregate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Bollington compared to the national context, where the average resident faces a much higher risk. The population-scaled perspective underscores that even with the 16% month-on-month rise, the area's crime levels remain exceptionally low by UK standards. For instance, while the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, Bollington recorded 0.9 per 1,000 – a 66% deficit that would equate to 24 fewer incidents in a similarly sized UK town. This contrast is particularly stark when considering the 43% above UK average rate for other theft (0.8 vs 0.6 per 1,000), which may reflect localized factors such as retail density or community engagement patterns. The 21% above UK average burglary rate (0.4 vs 0.3 per 1,000) also raises questions about potential security gaps in residential areas, though the overall low crime profile suggests that such issues are not widespread. These comparative metrics provide residents with a clear context for understanding both the area's safety and the specific challenges that may require attention.