Runcorn Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Runcorn recorded a crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.3% above the UK average. This figure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 133 residents over the course of the month—a daily exposure that, while measurable, remains relatively low compared to other urban centres. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 49% of all incidents (215 cases), a rate of 3.7 per 1,000 that is 43% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the national profile may reflect Runcorn's character as a built-up area within Halton, where public spaces and community interactions could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Criminal damage and arson followed closely, with 46 incidents (10.5% of total crimes) at a rate of 0.8 per 1,000—36% above the UK average—linked to seasonal factors like Bonfire Night. The drugs category, however, stood out as 150% above the UK average, with 31 cases (7.1% of total crimes), highlighting a persistent challenge in this area. While anti-social behaviour remained 52% below the UK average (31 cases), its significant drop from October may signal a seasonal lull in public disorder. These patterns, shaped by both local conditions and national trends, underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories while acknowledging the area's generally lower crime profile compared to other parts of the UK.

November 2023 saw a 33.3% increase in robbery incidents, rising from three to four cases—a sharp but isolated uptick that may reflect heightened caution during seasonal events like Bonfire Night. Conversely, anti-social behaviour plummeted by 59.7%, dropping from 77 to 31 incidents, potentially linked to reduced large-scale gatherings as the month progressed. The drugs category stood out as 150% above the UK average, with 31 reported cases, underscoring a persistent challenge in this area. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 14.3% (from 14 to 16 incidents), though it remained 45% below the national average. These shifts illustrate a combination of local patterns and broader trends, with anti-social behaviour's steep decline offering a glimmer of progress in community-focused policing efforts.

Runcorn's November 2023 crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 21.5% decrease from the previous month's 9.6 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 15 reported crimes each day, a figure that translates to one crime for roughly every 133 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. above the UK average. The reduction in anti-social behaviour—down 59.7% from October—suggests a possible seasonal effect, with fewer large gatherings during November compared to the preceding month. Meanwhile, the sharp decline in bicycle theft (50% fewer incidents) may indicate improved security measures or reduced outdoor activity as temperatures dropped. These fluctuations highlight the influence of both environmental factors and local initiatives, even as the area maintains a slightly elevated crime profile relative to the national average.