Elworth Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Elworth's overall crime rate in October 2024 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 49.4% below the UK average of 8.1. This stark contrast underscores the area's position as a relatively low-risk built-up zone within Cheshire East. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46% of all recorded crimes, with 17 incidents reported—1.9 per 1,000 residents, 29% below the UK average for this category. Public order offences, at 6 incidents (0.7 per 1,000), constituted 16.2% of total crimes, marking a 25% increase over the UK average of 0.6. This anomaly may be tied to October's seasonal context, with darker evenings and Halloween events potentially amplifying tensions in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained 61% below the UK average, reflecting a broader trend of low-level disorder incidents in the area. The month's crime profile, shaped by these contrasts, aligns with Elworth's character as a residential community with limited commercial density, where violence remains a concern but property crimes are sparse. Seasonal factors, particularly the transition to shorter daylight hours, likely contributed to the rise in public order offences, as increased social interactions in dimly lit areas may heighten opportunities for disputes. While the overall rate remains exceptionally low, the disproportionate focus on violent and public order crimes suggests a need for targeted community engagement strategies to address these specific issues without compromising the area's overall safety record.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 500% increase in public order offences, rising from one incident to six. This surge, though still below the UK average for the category, marks a significant shift in the local crime profile. Concurrently, other crime increased by 200%, with three reported incidents compared to one in September, while theft from the person doubled from zero to one. These spikes contrast with a 10.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 19 to 17. The category of public order offences, at 0.7 per 1,000, sits 25% above the UK average of 0.6, a discrepancy that may reflect local social dynamics or seasonal factors. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained well below the UK average at 61% lower, and other theft fell by 33.3% from three to two incidents. For residents, the rise in public order offences stands out as a clear area for local attention, particularly as Halloween approaches and darker evenings become the norm.

Elworth's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 12.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.7 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a broader trend in the built-up area's crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in October, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 241 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Elworth in a context of relatively low individual risk compared to larger urban centres. The population of 8,931 further scales these numbers, highlighting that even with the rise in public order offences, the overall volume of crime remains far below the UK average. This suggests that while local factors may be influencing specific categories, the area's broader crime profile remains distinct from national trends, with most residents experiencing minimal direct exposure to criminal activity.