Nantwich Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a built-up area of 19,818 residents, November 2025 saw 137 crimes reported, translating to a crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 people — 5.5% below the UK average of 7.3. This rate positions Nantwich as a relatively safer area compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 43.1% of all incidents, followed by public order (9.5%) and other theft (8.8%). These figures align with seasonal factors, as November’s darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night may contribute to heightened social tensions and incidents. The prominence of violence contrasts with the UK average, where such offences typically make up a smaller share of reported crimes. This could reflect Nantwich’s character as a small, closely-knit community where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to escalate into formal reports. Meanwhile, property crimes remained proportionally lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement in safeguarding homes and businesses. The seasonal context of Black Friday shopping may also have influenced shoplifting trends, though local data shows shoplifting rates are below the UK average, indicating potential success in retail crime prevention strategies.

November 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with burglary jumping 500% from one incident to six, and bicycle theft surging 300% to four reported cases. These spikes may be linked to Bonfire Night activities, which can temporarily increase property vulnerabilities. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 50% compared to the previous month, possibly due to community initiatives or seasonal shifts in public behaviour. The area’s violent crime rate (3.0 per 1,000) is 17% above the UK average, a notable divergence that could reflect local socioeconomic factors or underreporting in other regions. Bicycle theft rates are 233% above the UK average, a figure that may be explained by Nantwich’s compact, pedestrian-friendly layout, which could make bikes more visible and thus more attractive to thieves. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and shoplifting rates remain below national averages, suggesting that targeted interventions in these areas have had a measurable impact. The overall balance between violent and property crimes shifted slightly, with violence accounting for 43% of total incidents — a higher share than the UK average — indicating a need for continued focus on community safety programmes.

Nantwich’s crime rate remained stable at 6.9 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month, reflecting no significant short-term fluctuations. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly five crimes reported each day — a figure that, while seemingly high, is consistent with the area’s small population and the nature of local policing. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for every 145 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average in many comparable towns. This suggests that Nantwich’s residents face a relatively manageable risk compared to larger urban areas, though the concentration of violent offences may create a different perception of safety. When scaled to the local population, the 137 total crimes represent a small but non-trivial burden for a community of nearly 20,000 people. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the sharp month-on-month changes in specific categories, highlighting the importance of granular analysis in understanding local crime trends. While the daily crime count may appear routine, the distribution across crime types reveals opportunities for targeted interventions that could further reduce the burden on residents.