Audley Crime Rate

About Audley

Audley, a Built-Up Area (BUA) with a population of 2,818, records an overall crime rate of 48.3 per 1,000 people per year. This positions Audley as significantly safer than the UK national average of 93.4 per 1,000 residents. The area boasts an impressive safety score of 87 out of 100, well above the UK average of 78, indicating a very secure environment. Recent data, however, shows a decreasing trend in crime, with a 21.8% fall year-over-year. This introduction provides a framework for understanding the detailed crime statistics and trends specific to Audley.

Crime Breakdown in Audley

In Audley BUA, violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 49.3% of all incidents (67 crimes, or 23.8 per 1,000 residents). Anti-social behaviour follows as the second highest, at 11.8% (16 incidents, 5.7 per 1,000), with public order offences making up the third largest category at 8.1% (11 incidents, 3.9 per 1,000). The property crime rate for Audley stands at 11.3 per 1,000 people per year, significantly below the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000. Specific property crimes include 3 burglaries (1.1 per 1,000), 8 vehicle crimes (2.8 per 1,000), 7 other thefts (2.5 per 1,000), and 9 incidents of criminal damage and arson (3.2 per 1,000). These figures highlight Audley's relatively low property crime risk for residents and homeowners.

Crime Trends in Audley

Audley BUA has experienced a significant decrease in its crime rate, showing a 21.8% fall year-over-year. Monthly data reveals fluctuations within this downward trend. Starting at 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in October 2024, the rate saw a dip to 1.8 in December, before a spike to 7.8 in January 2025. However, the rate generally trended downwards again, with figures around 2.1-3.9 for most of the following months, before another spike to 7.5 in August, and a final rate of 3.6 in September 2025. Despite these monthly variations, the overall pattern over the 12-month period indicates a clear downward trend, suggesting an improving safety environment.

Crime Time Patterns in Audley

In Audley BUA, crime patterns show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are characterised by high theft (41%) and vehicle crime (25%), alongside some burglary. The afternoon (12pm-6pm) continues with high theft (50%) and vehicle crime (10%), with burglary at 16%, suggesting opportunistic incidents during busy periods. As evening approaches (6pm-12am), 'other' crime types dominate at 42%, while vehicle crime increases to 27% and theft drops to 18%. During the night (12am-6am), vehicle crime becomes the most prominent at 55%, with 'other' crimes at 24% and burglary at 13%, indicating periods when properties are more vulnerable.

Crime in Nearby Areas

Understanding the crime landscape of Audley BUA benefits from comparison with adjacent areas. While specific crime rates for Miles Green, Bignall End, Halmer End and Alsagers Bank, and Talke and Talke Pits are not detailed here, these comparisons provide valuable regional context. Audley's overall crime rate of 48.3 per 1,000 residents and safety score of 87/100 offer a benchmark against these nearby communities, helping residents to gauge how local crime levels compare within the immediate vicinity and informing decisions about local safety and security.

Protecting Your Home in Audley

Despite Audley BUA's low property crime rate of 11.3 per 1,000 people, residents still benefit from proactive home security. Traditional security cameras often only provide footage after a burglary has occurred. For truly effective protection, a proactive approach that prevents crime before it happens is crucial. AI-powered security systems, such as scOS, offer a significant advantage in this regard.

scOS is engineered to detect threats at your property's boundary, stopping potential intruders before they gain access. Unlike reactive systems, scOS uses multi-camera intelligence for comprehensive surveillance, never missing a detail. Features like DVLA vehicle verification and pattern learning ensure that only real threats trigger alerts, reducing false alarms. With autonomous responses like activating lights and engaging speakers, scOS creates a powerful deterrent, disrupting a burglar's intentions within seconds. Choosing professional-grade, proactive security ensures your property signals serious protection, making it a less appealing target for criminals.