Weaverham Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Weaverham's crime profile in May 2025 reveals a significant shift in local patterns, with violent crimes dominating the landscape. The area's overall crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents remains 67.9% below the UK average of 8.1, but the composition of crimes has changed markedly. Violence and sexual offences—now 52.9% of all reported crimes—have surged by 125% compared to April, reflecting a sharp increase in this category. This trend aligns with May's seasonal dynamics, including longer evenings and increased social activity, which may contribute to heightened interactions in public spaces. While property crimes remain relatively low at 29.4% of the total (5 cases), the dominance of violent offences contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 51% of all crimes. The area's performance in other categories is also notable: shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are both 55% and 79% below their respective UK averages, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. However, the surge in violent crime underscores a need for targeted awareness, particularly around alcohol-fuelled incidents during late evenings. Weaverham's low crime rate overall—especially in property-related offences—continues to distinguish it from the UK norm, but the recent rise in violent crime highlights a critical area for local focus.

May 2025 saw a 125% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 4 to 9 cases. This surge, which now accounts for 52.9% of all crimes, is 51% below the UK average for this category. Simultaneously, anti-social behaviour and drugs-related crimes each doubled from the previous month, marking a stark shift in the crime mix. While property crimes remained stable at 5 (29.4% of total), violent crimes now dominate the local landscape. The increase in violence is consistent with May's seasonal context—longer evenings and public gatherings—though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Residents should be particularly alert to the sharp rise in sexual offences, which are now 51% below the UK average but represent a significant local increase. The doubling of anti-social behaviour cases also highlights a need for community vigilance during social events.

Weaverham's crime rate in May 2025 rose 54.5% compared to the previous month, climbing from 1.7 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though still significantly below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflects a shift in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime every 31 days, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 388 residents. When scaled to the local population of 6,599, this means 17 crimes were spread across the community in May, a manageable but notable figure. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the rise in violent crimes—particularly sexual offences—demands closer attention. The daily crime count, though low, underscores the need for vigilance during longer evenings and public gatherings, which align with May's seasonal context of bank holidays and extended daylight. This data suggests that while Weaverham remains a relatively safe area, targeted awareness of recent trends could help residents stay informed.