Nantwich Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Nantwich's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, 7.8% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This places the area slightly higher than the national benchmark, though the overall rate remains within typical ranges for a market town. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 44.9% of all incidents, significantly above the UK average of 34%. Public order offences also saw a marked increase, with 16 cases reported—95% above the national rate. These patterns may reflect the town's mix of historic retail centres and modern amenities, which can create environments conducive to disorder. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern (15 cases), was 12% below the UK average, possibly due to community policing efforts or the town's relatively small population. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may have contributed to the focus on indoor-related crimes, though the rise in violent offences suggests persistent social challenges. The data also highlights the importance of local factors: for example, bicycle theft, though only 3 cases, was 400% above the UK average, linked to the town's cycling infrastructure and retail presence. These findings illustrate the need for targeted strategies to address specific crime types while maintaining the broader community's safety.

February 2026 saw a stark 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened online shopping activity or targeted thefts in residential areas. Other theft also rose sharply, increasing by 116.7% (6 to 13 cases), likely linked to increased retail activity during the pre-spring period. Conversely, other crime fell by 50% (4 to 2 cases), possibly due to seasonal shifts in criminal focus. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 44.9% of all crimes, significantly above the UK average of 34%. Public order offences also surged 95% above the national rate, suggesting challenges in managing local events or crowd control. These variations underscore the combination of local factors and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime patterns.

Nantwich's crime rate in February 2026 rose to 6.9 per 1,000 residents, a 3.8% increase from the previous month's 6.6 rate. This places the area 7.8% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly 5 crimes reported per day over the 28-day period, with one crime occurring for every 146 residents during the month. The shift from January to February highlights a seasonal pattern: while winter months typically see lower outdoor activity, the rise in violent crimes and public order offences suggests persistent local tensions. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Nantwich's residents face a slightly higher risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though the absolute numbers remain relatively low. This increase may reflect temporary factors such as seasonal transitions or local events, rather than a long-term trend.