Wilmslow Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wilmslow’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, 37.0% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This places the area significantly safer than the national benchmark. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.5% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (9.9%) and other theft (9.2%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for similar categories, where violence and sexual offences are 23% higher and anti-social behaviour is 65% lower. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer — may influence these trends, as extended daylight hours and increased foot traffic in town centres could contribute to both higher visibility of certain crimes and shifts in criminal activity. The area’s relatively low levels of vehicle crime (73% below UK average) and theft from the person (100% below UK average) suggest strong community policing or environmental factors deterring such offences. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences compared to the UK profile indicates a need for targeted interventions in high-risk locations, such as late-night retail areas or public transport hubs. These patterns align with Wilmslow’s character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where interpersonal conflicts and alcohol-related incidents may be more prevalent during warmer months.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in June 2025 was the 225% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 4 to 13 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in other theft (from 4 to 12) and other crime (from 1 to 3), highlights a significant shift in the crime mix. While violent crime remained the largest category (57 incidents, 43.5% of total), property crimes collectively accounted for 44.3% of all reported offences — a 4.7 percentage point increase compared to May. This shift may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased socialising during summer evenings. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 75% (from 8 to 2), and vehicle crime dropped by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), due to fewer cold-weather incidents or targeted policing efforts. The area’s burglary rate (0.5 per 1,000) was 79% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), indicating a localised vulnerability that deserves closer attention. Residents may find the 100% below UK average for theft from the person particularly relevant, suggesting effective measures in place to prevent pickpocketing in public spaces.

Wilmslow’s crime rate in June 2025 (5.1 per 1,000) marked a 32.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.9 per 1,000.0% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day in June, a figure that, while modest, reflects the cumulative impact of rising anti-social behaviour and theft-related incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 195 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 6.5 times lower than the UK average (assuming a UK rate of roughly 12.5 per 1,000). This contrast underscores Wilmslow’s relative safety, particularly in categories like shoplifting (52% below UK average) and drugs (63% below UK average). However, the 79% above UK average for burglary highlights a specific risk that may be linked to the area’s housing stock or security practices. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 5.1 per 1,000 rate means that, on average, 131 residents out of every 25,486 experienced a crime — a proportion that, while not negligible, is markedly lower than the national context. These figures suggest that while Wilmslow is generally safer than the UK average, targeted efforts to address burglary and anti-social behaviour could further reduce the local crime burden.