Weaverham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

September 2024 marked a continuation of Weaverham's historically low crime profile, with an overall rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents—64.9% below the UK average. This figure, while modest, reflects the area's consistent performance against national benchmarks, which have seen a 7.7 per 1,000 rate. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.9% of all reported incidents. This category's rate of 1.1 per 1,000 residents remained 58% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community cohesion and effective policing strategies may contribute to this trend. Seasonal dynamics in September—such as the return to school and university freshers—may influence patterns, though the low overall crime rate indicates these transitions have not triggered significant spikes. Property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, accounted for 55.6% of all incidents, with burglary's 100% month-on-month increase requiring further contextual analysis. The area's built-up nature within Cheshire West and Chester, combined with its relatively small population, likely plays a role in maintaining this low-crime environment, even as specific categories fluctuate seasonally.

September witnessed a 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from zero to four incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month. This surge, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in criminal activity. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by two-thirds, dropping from three to one, reflecting a possible reduction in alcohol-related incidents during the month. Violent crimes remained low, with a rate of 1.1 per 1,000 residents—58% below the UK average. This divergence from national trends underscores Weaverham's distinct character, where community policing and lower population density may contribute to reduced violent crime. Residents might note the 100% rise in vehicle crime, which doubled from one to two cases, linked to seasonal changes in parking patterns.

Weaverham's crime rate in September 2024 fell by 25.0% compared to August, dropping from 3.6 to 2.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area's consistently low crime profile, which remains 64.9% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the month—a rate that would mean 1-in-367 residents experienced a reported crime during September. This monthly exposure figure contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population of 6,599. While the reduction in overall crime is notable, the shift in crime types—such as the 100% increase in burglary—suggests evolving patterns that warrant attention to local factors. The low daily crime count, however, reinforces the area's status as a relatively safe built-up neighbourhood within Cheshire West and Chester.