Nantwich Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Nantwich’s total crime rate stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 31.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure, representing 102 crimes across a population of nearly 20,000, highlights the area’s relatively low crime burden compared to national standards. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 54.9% of all incidents—56 cases in total. This category, while slightly above the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), contrasts with the marked underperformance of other categories, such as public order offences (0.3 per 1,000, 41% below the UK average) and anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000, 73% below the UK average). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—may have influenced these trends. For instance, the surge in violence could be linked to increased social interactions during holiday events, while the decline in anti-social behaviour might reflect reduced outdoor activity in colder weather. Shoplifting, at 14 cases, remained stable, driven by the Black Friday shopping period, though it stayed just 1% above the UK average. The relatively low levels of property crimes, such as burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000), suggest that Nantwich’s built-up area, with fewer high-traffic retail zones, may have a lower exposure to such offences. However, the sharp increase in possession of weapons—233% above the UK average—raises concerns about local enforcement or community dynamics that may require further attention.

November 2024 saw stark shifts in crime trends, with burglary, vehicle crime, and possession of weapons all doubling from zero to three, one, and four incidents respectively. This spike in weapon-related offences—233% above the UK average—raises questions about local enforcement or community factors. Conversely, anti-social behaviour plummeted by 75%, and drugs-related crimes fell by two-thirds, potentially reflecting the impact of seasonal events like Black Friday or the reduced foot traffic during darker evenings. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 54.9% of total incidents—contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 2.6 per 1,000. This imbalance may be linked to Nantwich’s proximity to larger urban areas or the influence of seasonal gatherings. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained stable at 14 incidents, slightly above the UK average, due to the Black Friday shopping period. These fluctuations illustrate how local dynamics, such as retail activity and community events, can shape crime patterns.

Nantwich’s crime rate in November 2024 fell to 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a 20.3% decline from the previous month’s rate of 6.5 per 1,000. This reduction positions the area as one of the safer built-up areas in Cheshire East, with daily crime activity averaging just three reported incidents per day. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 194 residents—a figure that, while low, underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in a community of nearly 20,000. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Nantwich’s crime burden is significantly lighter than the UK average, with residents facing a monthly risk of encountering crime that is 31.6% lower than the national benchmark. This contrast highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the influence of Nantwich’s character as a smaller, possibly more cohesive community compared to larger urban centres. The drop in anti-social behaviour and drugs-related crimes suggests potential improvements in community engagement or targeted interventions, though the rise in burglary and weapon possession deserves closer attention.