Weaverham Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Weaverham’s July 2023 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents places it 36.1% below the UK average, a significant disparity that underscores the area’s generally low crime profile. This rate translates to 35 total crimes in a population of 6,599—a figure that, when contextualised, reveals a crime profile where individual experiences are infrequent but not absent. The breakdown of crimes shows that violence and sexual offences dominate, accounting for 54.3% of all incidents, a proportion that, while 4% above the UK average for this category, remains a critical focus for local authorities. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, schools out, and increased tourism—likely contributes to the dynamics observed, with outdoor events and festivals potentially influencing patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the area’s lower population density may also play a role in mitigating the spread of certain crimes, such as anti-social behaviour, which remains 65% below the UK average. This contrast between high-frequency violent crimes and low levels of property-related offences suggests a combination of local factors, including community engagement and policing strategies. For instance, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and other theft (0.5 per 1,000) may reflect the area’s smaller size, where vehicles are less concentrated and theft opportunities are limited. The presence of criminal damage and arson at 0.5 per 1,000—22% below the UK average—further illustrates the area’s distinct profile, shaped by its built-up character and the efficacy of local interventions. Overall, Weaverham’s crime picture in July 2023 highlights a balance between manageable challenges and a broader trend of safety that aligns with its demographic and geographic context.

July 2023 saw three categories experience a 100% increase from the previous month: drug-related crimes rose from 0 to 1, vehicle crime doubled from 1 to 2, and 'other crime' increased from 0 to 2. These jumps, while small in absolute terms, may signal emerging patterns linked to summer activities or localised pressures. Conversely, other theft fell by 40% (from 5 to 3), criminal damage and arson decreased by 25% (from 4 to 3), and violence and sexual offences dropped by 13.6% (from 22 to 19). The latter decline aligns with a broader reduction in violent crime, though the category still outpaces the UK average by 4%. Anti-social behaviour, which remained 65% below the UK average, may reflect the area’s lower population density or effective community-focused policing. For residents, the 100% rise in drug-related crimes offers a specific insight: local enforcement or prevention strategies may need to adapt to address this sudden shift, particularly as summer festivals and events increase foot traffic in public spaces.

Weaverham’s crime rate in July 2023 (5.3 per 1,000 residents) represents a 2.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but consistent trend towards stability. Over the course of the month, this rate equates to approximately 1 reported crime per day, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in the area. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure of Weaverham residents to crime is such that one crime occurred for roughly every 189 residents—a statistic that highlights the area’s low-risk profile compared to the UK average. This population-scaled perspective is particularly significant given Weaverham’s smaller size, which amplifies the visibility of individual incidents. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, the slight month-on-month decrease suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or seasonal shifts—may be contributing to a stabilisation of crime patterns. However, the absence of a larger population base means that even minor fluctuations in specific categories, such as the rise in drug-related crimes, can have a more pronounced impact on the area’s crime picture.