Runcorn Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Runcorn's crime rate stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.1% below the UK average of 7.3. This translates to roughly one reported crime for every 143 residents over the course of the month, a figure that situates Runcorn within a broader national context where urban areas typically see higher rates. The most significant contributors to the local crime picture were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 50.4% of all reported crimes—more than double the UK average for this category (36% of total crimes). Public order offences followed closely at 10.8%, also exceeding the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. These figures suggest a persistent challenge in managing incidents linked to alcohol consumption and late-night activity in public spaces, a pattern often observed in built-up areas with mixed-use developments. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as November’s dark evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night could have influenced the timing and nature of reported crimes. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour, which made up 7.1% of all crimes in Runcorn, was 53% below the UK average, hinting at effective community policing efforts or a lower concentration of high-risk demographics in this area. The overall crime rate, though slightly below the national benchmark, underscores the need for targeted interventions in sectors like public order and violence prevention, which remain high compared to other parts of the UK.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with some categories rising sharply while others declined significantly. Other crime, which includes a range of less-specific offences, increased by 20.0% compared to the previous month, climbing from 15 to 18 incidents. This category, which was 87% above the UK average, may reflect unclassified or emerging types of criminal activity that require further scrutiny. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 83.3%, dropping from six to just one reported incident—a stark reduction that could be linked to seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for theft, or increased security measures around cycle storage. Robbery also fell sharply, with a 75.0% decrease from four to one incident, influenced by heightened police visibility during the festive season or changes in retail activity. Possession of weapons, another category showing a marked decline, dropped by 66.7% from three to one case, a trend that may align with broader national efforts to curb gun and knife crime. While violent crimes and public order offences remained elevated compared to the UK average, the sharp declines in specific categories highlight the potential impact of targeted initiatives or natural fluctuations tied to November’s unique calendar events. For residents, the 20% increase in 'other crime' serves as a reminder to remain vigilant about unfamiliar or unclassified threats, even as more visible crimes like theft and robbery show signs of reduction.

Runcorn’s November 2025 crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents marked an 18.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.6, a drop that may reflect the seasonal slowdown in activity typical of late autumn. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 14 crimes per day, a figure that, while seemingly high, must be contextualised within the local population of 58,183 residents. This translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 143 residents—a rate that, while slightly lower than the UK average, still indicates that the average resident faces a non-trivial risk of being involved in or witnessing a crime. The comparison to the UK average also reveals stark contrasts in specific crime types: while violence and sexual offences in Runcorn were 36% above the national average, anti-social behaviour was 53% below, suggesting a combination of local factors. The 1-in-143 resident figure, though not directly comparable to UK-wide statistics, offers a tangible sense of risk for individuals living in Runcorn. This metric is particularly useful for residents assessing their personal safety, as it provides a concrete benchmark against which to measure local crime trends. The decline from the previous month’s rate may also be influenced by the time of year, as November’s darker evenings and the absence of summer-related events like festivals or large gatherings could naturally reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the persistence of violent and public order offences above the UK average indicates that targeted interventions may still be necessary to address these specific challenges in the area.