Knutsford Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Knutsford's per-capita crime rate in October 2025 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This disparity reflects a broader pattern of lower crime incidence in this built-up area within Cheshire East, where the majority of reported incidents were concentrated in violent and sexual offences, public order issues, and shoplifting. With 25 violent crimes recorded—accounting for 54.4% of total incidents—violence and sexual offences emerged as the most prevalent category, though their rate remained 29% below the UK average. Public order offences, at 0.6 per 1,000, slightly exceeded the national average by 13%, a figure that may be influenced by October's seasonal context, including shorter daylight hours and Halloween-related activities. The low rates of burglary, vehicle crime, and anti-social behaviour—each significantly below the UK average—suggest a generally secure environment, though the sharp increase in burglary and vehicle crime from September raises questions about emerging vulnerabilities. This profile underscores the importance of understanding how local factors, such as Knutsford's character as a historic market town with a mix of residential and retail areas, shape crime patterns. The dominance of violent crime over property crime also hints at the influence of social dynamics in this area, where community engagement and local policing may play a key role in mitigating risks.

October 2025 saw notable shifts in Knutsford's crime profile. Burglary increased by 100% compared to September, rising from zero to three incidents, while vehicle crime also doubled from one to two. Public order offences surged by 100%, climbing from four to eight, a jump that may reflect seasonal factors such as Halloween activities or darker evenings. Conversely, shoplifting and drugs-related crimes both halved, with shoplifting dropping from eight to four and drugs offences falling from two to one. These fluctuations contrast with the UK average for certain categories: violence and sexual offences in Knutsford were 29% below the national rate, while public order offences were 13% above. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 54.4% of all incidents—suggests a focus on addressing interpersonal conflicts as a priority for local authorities.

Knutsford's crime rate in October 2025 rose slightly by 2.1% compared to September's 3.4 per 1,000, reaching 3.5 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one reported crime per day across the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 287 residents, a monthly exposure that frames the risk in relatable terms. With a population of 13,207, the localised nature of these incidents suggests that most residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime. The daily crime count, while low, reflects the sporadic nature of offences in a largely low-crime area. This contrast with the UK average highlights Knutsford's consistent safety profile, though the slight increase in October warrants attention to emerging patterns in specific crime categories.