Knutsford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Knutsford, a historic market town in Cheshire East, recorded 66 crimes in November 2024, equating to 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 34.2% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a significant divergence that reflects the area’s character as a relatively low-crime, commuter-friendly town with a strong retail presence. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (25 cases, 37.9% of total), public order offences (15 cases, 22.7%), and shoplifting (8 cases, 12.1%). These patterns align with November’s seasonal context: the pre-Christmas shopping rush, dark evenings, and Bonfire Night events likely contributed to spikes in public order and retail-related crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000), though shoplifting fell 13% below the national rate (0.7 per 1,000). The town’s lower crime rate may stem from its compact built-up area, limited nightlife, and strong community policing presence, though the seasonal surge in public order incidents suggests increased pressure on local services during peak retail periods.

November 2024 saw dramatic month-on-month shifts in Knutsford’s crime profile. Shoplifting surged 700% (from 1 to 8 cases), likely linked to Black Friday shopping activity, while public order offences jumped 275% (from 4 to 15 cases), possibly tied to Bonfire Night events and dark winter evenings. Other crime also rose sharply (200% increase from 1 to 3 cases). Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell 50% (from 6 to 3 cases), and anti-social behaviour dropped 25% (from 4 to 3 cases), potentially reflecting seasonal lulls in certain types of activity. Public order offences, now at 1.1 per 1,000 residents, are 116% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), a stark contrast to other categories like burglary (0.4 per 1,000, 29% above UK average) and anti-social behaviour (0.2 per 1,000, 82% below UK average). For residents, the 2 crimes per day average (66 total over 30 days) offers a tangible sense of local risk levels, though the sharp rise in public order incidents highlights the need for targeted community engagement during November’s busiest events.

Knutsford’s crime rate in November 2024 (5.0 per 1,000) represents a 69.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.0 per 1,000, a jump that underscores the seasonal volatility typical of the area. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 200 residents, a figure that, while lower than the UK average (which would be calculated separately), illustrates the local impact of November’s unique dynamics. Daily crime statistics show an average of 2 crimes per day, a rate that may feel more tangible to residents than aggregated monthly figures. This increase aligns with the area’s characteristics: as a commuter town with a strong retail core, Knutsford likely experiences heightened activity during Black Friday and Bonfire Night, which can drive both shoplifting and public order incidents. The population context—13,207 residents—means that each crime has a measurable effect on the community, though the overall rate remains well below the UK average. This contrast may reflect Knutsford’s relatively stable demographics, limited nightlife, and effective local policing strategies, even as seasonal spikes challenge those efforts.