Shavington Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, Shavington—a built-up area within Cheshire East—recorded 25 crimes, equating to a rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 45% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, marking one of the lowest crime rates in the region. The breakdown of offences reveals a stark imbalance: 15 incidents (60% of total) were classified as violence and sexual offences, significantly outpacing property crimes, which accounted for just four cases. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by local factors such as the area’s small population density or the presence of community spaces that foster both social interaction and potential conflict. Seasonal context plays a role, with October’s darker evenings and the approach of Halloween likely contributing to increased incidents of public disorder. However, the rate of violence in Shavington (2.7 per 1,000) exactly matches the UK average for this category, suggesting no disproportionate rise in violent crime compared to national trends. Other categories, such as public order offences (0.4 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000), are well below the UK averages of 0.6 and 1.3 per 1,000 respectively, indicating effective local policing or community cohesion. The relatively low prevalence of shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000 may reflect the area’s limited retail presence or successful crime prevention strategies in local businesses. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the distribution of offences underscores the need for targeted interventions in violent crime prevention, particularly during periods of heightened social activity.

October 2023 saw a notable shift in crime types, with violent crimes accounting for 60% of all incidents, compared to 15% for property crimes. This imbalance highlights a focus on interpersonal crime, which may reflect local demographics or seasonal factors such as Halloween-related disturbances. Specific categories showed marked changes: 'other crime' and 'drugs' both doubled from zero to one incident, while 'shoplifting' rose from one to two cases. Conversely, 'criminal damage and arson' fell by 83.3%, and 'other theft' dropped by two-thirds. These fluctuations may be linked to targeted enforcement efforts or temporary changes in community activity. For instance, the sharp decline in criminal damage could indicate heightened policing around local infrastructure during the month. Meanwhile, the increase in 'other crime'—a category encompassing a broad range of non-specific offences—suggests the need for further investigation into emerging patterns. Public order offences in Shavington were 32% below the UK average, a statistic that may be attributed to the area’s smaller population or effective community engagement initiatives.

Shavington's crime rate in October 2023 remained stable at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, matching the figure from the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate. When scaled to the population of 5,664, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for every 227 residents—a statistic that contextualises the rarity of incidents for local residents. While the rate is lower than the UK average, this comparison is not directly applicable to daily or monthly frequencies, as no UK-level daily or monthly benchmarks are provided. The stability in the rate contrasts with the UK-wide seasonal trends, where October typically sees increases in property crimes due to darker evenings and increased home occupancy. However, Shavington’s data does not reflect this pattern, indicating a possible resilience to seasonal pressures or unique local factors that mitigate crime risk.