Coppull Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Coppull’s crime rate in April 2023 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, 28% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This performance places the area in a safer bracket compared to national trends, though specific crime types reveal a mixed picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all crimes, with 15 incidents reported—a figure that, while lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, still represents a significant portion of the area’s crime burden. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, contributed 31.1% of crimes and was 44% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing community disorder. The third most prevalent category, criminal damage and arson, rose sharply in April.7 per 1,000 remained modest compared to the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Seasonal factors, including the Easter period and increased outdoor activity during spring, likely influenced these patterns. The relatively low overall rate may reflect the area’s built-up nature and limited industrial activity, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the prominence of anti-social behaviour and the spike in criminal damage suggest that targeted interventions may be necessary to address these specific issues. The contrast between Coppull’s overall safety and its elevated rates in certain categories highlights the importance of localized approaches to crime prevention.

April 2023 saw a sharp 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from two to six incidents. This spike may partly explain the area’s elevated anti-social behaviour reports, which were 44% above the UK average. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 31.8%, dropping from 22 to 15 incidents—a shift that contrasts with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 for this category. Bicycle theft also rose by 100%, marking a notable anomaly given the UK average for this category is 0.1 per 1,000. Residents may find the 185:1 monthly exposure rate useful for understanding the scale of incidents relative to the population. The 100% increase in burglary, though from a low base, highlights a potential vulnerability in property security. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and localized pressures, particularly in areas with higher anti-social activity.

Coppull's crime rate in April 2023 remained stable compared to March, declining slightly by 2.2% to 5.4 per 1,000 residents from 5.5 per 1,000. This consistency suggests a broadly stable environment, though localized shifts in crime patterns merit closer attention. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two reported crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s compact built-up nature and relatively low population density. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 185 residents, a statistic that contextualizes the scale of incidents within the community. When considering the population of 8,321, this rate underscores that the majority of residents remain unaffected by crime, though targeted areas—particularly those with higher anti-social behaviour reports—may experience more frequent disruptions. The comparison to the UK average, which stands at 7.5 per 1,000, highlights Coppull’s position as a safer area, though this must be balanced against the area’s specific challenges in categories like anti-social behaviour and bicycle theft.