For every 1,000 residents in Bollington, 4.5 crimes were reported in June 2025—44.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 222 residents, placing the area among the safest in the country. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 55.6% of all incidents (20 cases), followed by public order offences (5 cases) and other theft (3 cases). The dominance of violent crime over property crime marks a notable shift in the area’s crime profile, contrasting with the UK average where property crime typically holds a larger share. Seasonal factors may partly explain this pattern, as June marks the start of summer when public spaces see increased use. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (72% below UK average) and shoplifting (52% below UK average) suggest that community-focused policing or local initiatives may be effectively deterring these categories. However, the sharp rise in violent crime compared to the UK average—despite being 13% below for this category—raises questions about localized pressures, such as heightened tensions during extended daylight hours or the convergence of transient populations in public areas. causation, but the seasonal context of longer evenings and potential increases in social interactions may contribute to the elevated levels of violent crime.