Ellesmere Port Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ellesmere Port's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, 11.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 52.4% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.8 per 1,000—34% higher than the UK average. This may be influenced by the area's built-up character and the presence of public spaces that attract social interactions during May's extended evenings and bank holidays. Public order offences, at 10.2% of total crimes, also exceeded the UK average by 21%, potentially linked to increased outdoor drinking and socialising. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 58% below the national average, with 0.6 per 1,000 compared to the UK's 1.4 per 1,000. This could indicate effective local policing or community engagement efforts in managing disruptive conduct. Seasonal factors in May, such as warmer weather and longer daylight hours, likely contributed to shifts in criminal activity patterns, with outdoor crimes such as shoplifting and public order offences rising while indoor or vehicle-related crimes declined. The overall crime rate's stability compared to the previous month suggests that while individual categories fluctuate, the area maintains a relatively consistent level of criminal activity relative to national trends.

The most significant month-on-month change occurred in theft from the person, which surged by 100% from zero to two incidents in May 2025. This spike, though small in absolute terms, highlights a previously unreported category of crime that may warrant closer attention. Concurrently, shoplifting increased by 26.9%, rising from 26 to 33 incidents, potentially linked to longer evenings and increased foot traffic in retail areas during May's bank holidays. In contrast, bicycle theft dropped by 80%, from five to one incident, reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity or improved security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained above the UK average, with a rate of 3.8 per 1,000 compared to the national average of 2.8 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be influenced by local factors such as the area's social dynamics or the presence of public events during the month. These shifts illustrate how specific crime types can fluctuate rapidly, offering insight into the evolving nature of local criminal activity.

Ellesmere Port's crime rate in May 2025 remained stable at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the same rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 16 reported crimes per day, translating to a monthly exposure where one crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents. When considering the population of 66,520, this figure underscores that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime. The rate remains 11.1% below the UK average, reflecting a broader trend of lower crime levels in this built-up area compared to national benchmarks. These figures provide context for residents, illustrating that while crime is present, it is not concentrated within the community. The stability in the monthly rate also indicates that interventions or seasonal factors have not yet caused a marked shift in the crime profile.