Middlewich Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Middlewich's crime profile in November 2024 reveals a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with the area recording a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents—32.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (34 incidents, 46.6% of all reported crimes), a rate of 2.4 per 1,000 that is 7% below the UK average. This aligns with the area's character as a built-up town within Cheshire East, where public spaces and community hubs may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crimes. Public order offences (8 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) accounted for 11% each of the total, though anti-social behaviour saw a significant 65.2% decrease compared to October. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the Black Friday shopping period likely influenced crime patterns, with the latter potentially contributing to the sharp rise in shoplifting. However, Middlewich's overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. The data also highlights a 28% gap between Middlewich's shoplifting rate (0.5 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.7 per 1,000), despite the month-on-month increase. This contrast underscores the area's relative safety in retail crime, even as specific incidents spike during high-traffic periods. The lower rates of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and drug-related offences (0.1 per 1,000) compared to national averages may reflect Middlewich's smaller scale and less concentrated nightlife compared to larger urban centres. As November transitions into winter, residents should remain vigilant about the increased risk of shoplifting and public order incidents, particularly in retail areas and during evening events.

November 2024 saw a dramatic 133.3% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 3 to 7 cases. This spike aligns with the Black Friday shopping period, though Middlewich's shoplifting rate (0.5 per 1,000) remains 28% below the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. Concurrently, drug-related crimes doubled from 1 to 2 incidents, marking a 100% month-on-month increase. While this is still 62% below the UK average, the rise warrants attention given the area's proximity to major transport routes. Anti-social behaviour fell by 65.2% (23 to 8), a decline that may partly reflect seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced nightlife activity. The crime mix shifted significantly, with violent crimes (34 incidents) accounting for 46.6% of all reported crimes, compared to 2.6 per 1,000 in the UK, which is 7% lower. Residents should be particularly alert to the surge in shoplifting, as this represents the largest proportional increase in the month.

Middlewich's crime rate in November 2024 (5.1 per 1,000 residents) represents a 31.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.3 per 1,000. This decline suggests a shift in local patterns, though the daily crime count of 2 incidents per day remains a consistent presence for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 198 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime in a population of 14,469. While this monthly aggregate is lower than the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, the localised nature of Middlewich's crime profile means residents should focus on area-specific trends rather than national comparisons. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the area is statistically safer than the UK average, the absolute number of incidents still requires community awareness and engagement.