Knutsford Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Knutsford's crime profile in June 2025 reveals a nuanced balance between property and violent crime, with the latter slightly outpacing the former in absolute numbers but remaining well below national averages. The overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 43.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a statistic that underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts. Violent crimes, including violence and sexual offences, accounted for 36.1% of all incidents, while property-related offences such as other theft and shoplifting made up 16.3% of the total. This distribution suggests that while Knutsford experiences a higher proportion of violent crime compared to property crime, the absolute rates of both categories are significantly lower than the UK average. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and the longest days—may contribute to this pattern, as increased foot traffic in public spaces and the onset of tourism could influence both violent and property crime trends. However, the absence of a major spike in property crime, despite the summer season, may indicate robust local initiatives such as community policing or targeted security measures in high-risk areas. The data also highlights a marked contrast in the area's performance compared to the UK average for specific categories: for instance, anti-social behaviour in Knutsford is 65% below the national average, reflecting a combination of strong community engagement and effective local governance. These findings collectively illustrate a relatively secure built-up area where crime remains a low priority for residents, though the slight increase in violent crime compared to property crime warrants further attention to understand the underlying factors.

June 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in Knutsford's crime profile. Vehicle crime, criminal damage and arson, and other crime all increased by 100%, reflecting a sharp rise in these categories. This contrasts with a 40% decrease in shoplifting and a 33% reduction in burglary, which may indicate improved security measures or seasonal factors influencing retail and residential crime. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with violent crimes accounting for 36.1% of total incidents—slightly higher than property crimes (31.1%)—though both categories remain well below UK averages. For instance, violence and sexual offences in Knutsford are 41% below the UK average, suggesting local interventions or environmental factors that suppress such crimes. A resident might find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it could signal new patterns of theft in car parks or public spaces during the summer months.

Knutsford's crime rate in June 2025 rose by 9.0% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.2 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. While this represents a slight upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 217 residents over the course of June, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within the community. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a rate that aligns with the low overall crime profile typical of Knutsford. This consistency suggests that while there are fluctuations, the area maintains a stable, relatively secure environment. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that the likelihood of encountering crime remains minimal for most residents, reinforcing the area's reputation as a place with strong community policing and low crime prevalence.