Weaverham Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Weaverham’s February 2024 crime profile reveals a stark imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating at 68% of all incidents. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violent crimes typically account for around 2.5 per 1,000 residents, compared to Weaverham’s 2.6 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 is 46.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a gap that suggests effective local strategies or demographic factors. The dominance of violent crimes, particularly in the violence and sexual offences category, may be linked to seasonal dynamics typical of winter months, when indoor gatherings and reduced daylight hours could contribute to higher incidences of interpersonal conflict. Property crimes, by contrast, were minimal, with only 4 incidents reported—far below the 17 violent crimes. This disparity could reflect Weaverham’s built-up character, where urban density might increase opportunities for violent encounters but limit property crime through factors such as community policing or secure housing stock. Other theft and public order offences, while below UK averages, showed mixed trends: other theft rose sharply, while public order offences fell by 50% compared to January. These fluctuations underscore the need for nuanced analysis of local conditions, which may include the influence of Weaverham’s proximity to Cheshire’s broader economic and social networks.

February 2024 saw a notable 22.7% decrease in violent and sexual offences, dropping from 22 to 17 incidents. This reduction may reflect seasonal lulls or effective policing in high-risk areas. Conversely, other theft, burglary, and drugs-related crimes each doubled compared to January, with increases of 100% in each category. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, highlight emerging trends requiring attention. Violent crimes remained 4% above the UK average for their category, while other theft and public order offences were 45% and 39% below UK rates, respectively. For residents, the 1-in-264 monthly exposure figure offers a tangible measure of risk, illustrating that most households will not encounter crime during the month. The sharp drop in public order offences, which fell by 50%, may indicate successful interventions in local hotspots or temporary shifts in community behaviour during the winter period.

Weaverham’s crime rate in February 2024 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, when outdoor activity diminishes and community-focused initiatives may see heightened engagement. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 29-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. Monthly exposure further contextualises this: over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for every 264 residents. Given Weaverham’s population of 6,599, this translates to a manageable burden on local policing resources. The reduction in crime also contrasts with the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting Weaverham’s position as a safer built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester. These figures suggest a consistent trend of lower crime rates, possibly influenced by local infrastructure or community cohesion.