Weaverham Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Weaverham’s crime rate in December 2023 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 51.4% below the UK average of 7.2. This marked disparity reflects the broader context of Weaverham as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester, where the combination of a compact residential layout and limited commercial density likely contributes to the subdued crime environment. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (56.5% of all crimes), followed by other theft (21.7%) and criminal damage and arson (8.7%). The dominance of violent crimes in the breakdown may be partially explained by the area’s proximity to larger urban centres, where such offences are more frequently reported. Seasonal factors also appear to shape the crime picture: the Christmas shopping peak and extended evening darkness may have influenced the frequency of certain incidents, though the absence of a corresponding rise in property crimes suggests other dynamics at play. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000) is 24% below Weaverham’s rate, an anomaly that could indicate either a unique local challenge or the influence of reporting patterns in the broader UK context. The relatively low level of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.2 per 1,000) further reinforces the area’s overall safety profile, though the 100% increase in these categories from November raises questions about temporary disruptions or changes in community dynamics during the festive period.

December 2023 witnessed a dramatic shift in Weaverham’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour, criminal damage and arson, and vehicle crime each rising by 100% compared to November. This spike in low-level offences may reflect the increased presence of transient populations during the festive season. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 18.8%, dropping from 16 to 13 incidents, a reduction that contrasts with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which remains 24% higher in the national context. The category of other theft, at 0.8 per 1,000 residents, is 36% above the UK average, suggesting a specific local vulnerability that warrants further attention. Residents may find the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as it represents the most significant month-on-month change in the dataset.

Weaverham's crime rate in December 2023 fell by 20.5% compared to the previous month, dropping from 4.4 to 3.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal pattern of reduced activity during the Christmas period, though the local context suggests other factors may play a role. On average, one crime occurred for every 287 residents over the course of the month, a figure that places the area well below the UK average. Daily crime counts show an average of one reported incident per day, a rate that reflects both the small population and the broader trend of reduced crime during winter months. While the population-scaled perspective highlights the low likelihood of any individual encountering crime, it also underscores the stability of Weaverham’s security compared to national benchmarks. The decrease in violent crimes, which dropped by 18.8%, may be partially attributable to the holiday season reducing opportunities for such incidents.