Bollington Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violent crimes dominated Bollington's crime profile in January 2026, accounting for 61.9% of all reported incidents and marking a stark contrast to the area's usual low crime rates. With a total of 21 crimes recorded—a rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents—Bollington remains 61.8% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. The surge in violent and sexual offences (13 cases) reflects a significant shift in the crime mix, with property crimes (4 cases) taking a smaller share than usual. This pattern aligns with seasonal factors typical of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which may partly explain the lower volume of outdoor crimes. The dominance of violent offences could be influenced by local dynamics, such as the built-up area's social fabric or transient populations during colder months. However, the overall crime rate remains exceptionally low, with anti-social behaviour, public order offences, and criminal damage all below UK averages. The seasonal context suggests that as daylight hours increase in February, the crime profile may shift again. Bollington's data illustrates a unique balance between urban characteristics and rural-like crime patterns, where community cohesion may play a role in mitigating more severe incidents.

January 2026 saw a dramatic 116.7% increase in violent and sexual offences, rising from 6 to 13 cases. This spike, combined with a 200% surge in other thefts (from 1 to 3), shifted the crime mix significantly towards violent incidents, which now account for 61.9% of all reported crimes. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.6 per 1,000) remains 36% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, despite the month-on-month increase. Anti-social behaviour also doubled from 0 to 2 cases, while public order offences fell by 50% to 1 incident. For residents, the 200% rise in other thefts—such as burglary or vehicle crime—may warrant increased awareness of property security, especially given the low overall crime rate. The contrast between Bollington's violent crime trends and the UK average highlights the area's unique profile, where community factors may temper broader national patterns.

Bollington's crime rate in January 2026 rose sharply to 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a 109.6% increase from the previous month's 1.3 per 1,000. This shift reflects a notable uptick in reported incidents, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 381 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime statistics show an average of one crime per day, a figure that, while small, highlights the need for continued community vigilance. When scaled to the population of 8,003, the monthly exposure translates to a 1-in-381 chance of being directly affected by crime. This context is crucial for residents, as it provides a tangible measure of risk relative to the area's size. The comparison to the previous month also reveals a stark shift in crime dynamics, with violent offences surging to become the dominant category. This contrast with the prior month's data suggests a possible seasonal influence, though further analysis would be required to confirm this hypothesis.