Knutsford Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Knutsford’s crime rate in April 2024 was 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 39% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area’s relative safety. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.8% of all crimes, the highest proportion, likely linked to the town’s mix of residential and commercial activity. Criminal damage and arson (12.9%) and shoplifting (9.7%) followed, reflecting the impact of retail spaces and seasonal events. The seasonal context of April—Easter and spring weather—may have influenced these trends, with increased foot traffic potentially contributing to property crimes. However, the area’s violent crime rate was 14% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or lower population density compared to more urban centres. While Knutsford’s overall safety is evident, the sharp rise in bicycle theft and the disproportionate UK average for this category signal areas for improvement, particularly in securing public spaces used by cyclists.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge, while modest in absolute terms, represents a stark shift and may reflect increased cycling activity during spring or unsecured bike storage in public areas. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 71.4% (7 to 2), a decline consistent with the Easter holiday period reducing late-night gatherings. Violent crimes, at 29 incidents, remained the most common category, though they were 14% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Bicycle theft in Knutsford was 471% above the UK average, a figure that contrasts sharply with the area’s generally low crime profile and suggests a need for targeted prevention strategies in cycling hotspots.

Knutsford's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 6.2% decrease from March’s 5.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal pattern of reduced outdoor activity as Easter holidays waned, though the drop was modest compared to other months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate. Over the course of April, one crime occurred for every 213 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s safety profile compared to the UK average. The population context is key: with 13,207 residents, Knutsford’s crime figures remain proportionally low, suggesting that community cohesion and local policing strategies may be contributing factors. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft highlights a vulnerability in specific areas, such as cycling routes or retail zones, that may require targeted intervention.