Weaverham Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Weaverham's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 33.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This lower-than-national benchmark is most evident in property crimes, which accounted for just 3 incidents (0.5 per 1,000), compared to the UK's 0.3 per 1,000 for burglary alone. However, the crime profile reveals a stark contrast in violent crime trends, with 22 incidents of violence and sexual offences recorded—62.9% of all crimes in the area. This figure is 19% above the UK average for the same category, a discrepancy that may reflect Weaverham's proximity to larger urban centres and the increased social interactions typical of a commuter belt suburb. Seasonal factors appear to influence the pattern, as May's longer evenings and bank holidays likely contribute to heightened outdoor drinking and socialising, which may partly explain the rise in public order offences (5 incidents, 14.3% of total crimes). The data also shows a 77% reduction in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average, suggesting that community initiatives or local policing strategies may be effective in curbing such disturbances. While the overall crime rate remains low, the disproportionate rise in violent crime compared to property crime highlights a need for residents to remain vigilant, particularly in public spaces during evening hours. The absence of major spikes in burglary or vehicle crime contrasts with the UK-wide trend of property-related offences, indicating that Weaverham's built-up character may offer some natural deterrence to such crimes.

Violence and sexual offences rose sharply by 29.4% in May, driven from 17 to 22 incidents—a 29.4% jump that outpaces the UK average by 19%. This increase, consistent with longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising typical of May, raises concerns about public safety in high-traffic areas. Meanwhile, 'other crime' surged by 100%, with two incidents reported, a category that is 114% above the UK average. This spike could indicate unaddressed vulnerabilities in specific sectors. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 75%, from four to one, and anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, from four to two—both decreases likely reflecting seasonal shifts in activity patterns. The contrast between violent crime increases and property crime declines underscores a shift in criminal priorities, with violent offences now accounting for 62.9% of all crimes in Weaverham.

Weaverham's crime rate in May 2023 fell by 24.0% compared to April, dropping from 7.0 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced crime in the built-up area, though the drop is not uniform across all categories. On a daily basis, Weaverham recorded approximately one crime per day in May, reflecting a low but consistent level of criminal activity for a population of 6,599. When scaled to the entire population, this means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 189 residents over the course of the month—a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on individual households. While the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average (8.0 per 1,000), the shift in crime types—particularly the rise in violence and sexual offences—suggests a need for targeted awareness among residents. The lower-than-average rates for burglary and anti-social behaviour contrast with the surge in violent crimes, highlighting a combination of local dynamics and broader national patterns.