Weaverham Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Weaverham's March 2024 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 46.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends is driven by the dominance of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.4% of all reported crimes — a category where Weaverham's rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 33% below the UK average. The unusual spike in possession of weapons reports — 0.8 per 1,000, 1043% above the UK average — stands out as a significant anomaly, though its causes remain unexplained by the data. Other theft (0.6 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.5 per 1,000) also show marked deviations from UK norms, with the former 9% above and the latter 7% below the national average. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these patterns: as March transitions to spring, the lengthening evenings may influence social interactions and public safety dynamics. The area's built-up character within Cheshire West and Chester may also contribute to these trends, with localised factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, and environmental features shaping the crime profile. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage rates remain well below UK averages, suggesting a generally low-risk environment despite the spikes in specific categories. The overall picture illustrates a combination of localised challenges and broader regional trends, with Weaverham's crime statistics offering both reassurance and areas for targeted attention.

March 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Anti-social behaviour doubled from one to two incidents, while other theft and possession of weapons each rose by 100% compared to February. This spike in weapon-related offences — 0.8 per 1,000 residents — is 1043% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, marking a stark outlier in the local crime profile. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 29.4%, falling from 17 to 12 cases. This shift may reflect seasonal factors, as the transition to spring and longer evenings could influence public safety dynamics. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted, with violent offences accounting for 44.4% of all reports — a significant share compared to the UK average for this category. Residents may find the 100% increase in other theft cases particularly notable, suggesting heightened vigilance in personal property management.

Weaverham's crime rate in March 2024 rose slightly to 4.1 per 1,000 residents from 3.8 per 1,000 in February, marking a 7.9% increase. This shift, though modest, reflects ongoing local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the month — a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in specific areas. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of March, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 244 residents, placing the area well within the lower end of the UK spectrum for population-scaled risk. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it contextualises crime as a rare but not negligible occurrence in daily life. The population size of 6,599 further shapes this perspective, ensuring that any incident carries significant community impact despite the overall low rate.