Shavington Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Shavington's crime profile in February 2026 reveals a striking imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the overall picture. Of the 15 total crimes reported, 8 were classified as violence and sexual offences, accounting for 53.3% of the total. This stark contrast to the UK average, where violent crimes make up only 40% of all reported incidents, suggests a unique local dynamic that may be influenced by the area's built-up character and demographic composition. The overall crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents places Shavington 57.8% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a gap that is particularly pronounced in violent crime categories. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the lower incidence of property crimes such as shoplifting, which fell by 50% compared to the previous month. However, the high proportion of violent crimes could also reflect broader social factors, such as the presence of specific community groups or the impact of local events that are not immediately apparent from the data. This mix of crime types, with a significant emphasis on violence, contrasts with the typical patterns observed in larger urban centres, where property crimes often dominate. The relatively low overall rate, combined with the sharp focus on violent incidents, illustrates a community where interpersonal conflicts or other localised issues may be contributing to the crime mix. While direct causes, the combination of seasonal factors and the built-up nature of Shavington suggests that environmental and social interactions within the area are likely shaping the current crime profile.

February 2026 saw a 100% increase in 'other crime' and 'other theft' compared to the previous month, with both categories rising from one to two incidents. This spike in non-specific crime types may indicate unreported or under-recorded activities, though the exact nature of these incidents remains unclear. Conversely, public order offences fell by 83.3% as the month progressed, likely due to reduced outdoor gatherings and the influence of colder weather on community interactions. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 33.3%, though they still remain 40% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 53.3% of total incidents—contrasts sharply with the national trend, where property crimes typically outnumber violent offences. This shift in crime mix may reflect local dynamics, such as social interactions within the built-up area or specific community patterns that warrant further observation.

Shavington's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 24.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, when outdoor activity diminishes and community interactions shift indoors. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall crime rate. When scaled to the population of 5,664, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 378 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is particularly low compared to the UK average, which suggests that Shavington's residents face significantly lower risks of encountering crime than the national average. The reduction in public order offences by 83.3% and the drop in shoplifting by 50% further illustrate the seasonal lull in certain crime types, likely influenced by reduced foot traffic and colder weather conditions.