Ashton-in-Makerfield Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2023, Ashton-in-Makerfield’s crime rate of 0.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 89.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective translates to an everyday risk so low that, over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 1,252 residents — a statistic that would likely be reassuring for most. The area’s crime profile was dominated by criminal damage and arson (35.7% of total crimes), followed by violence and sexual offences (35.7%) and public order offences (14.3%). These patterns may be influenced by the built-up nature of the area and the seasonal context of April, a time of increased outdoor activity linked to Easter and spring weather. While the rate remains exceptionally low, the seasonal shift from winter to spring may have contributed to a rise in crimes involving public spaces, such as vandalism and disorder. The low levels of property crime (50% of incidents) compared to violent crime (35.7%) suggest that the area’s built-up environment — with its mix of residential and commercial spaces — may create conditions where property-related offences are less frequent than in more isolated or rural settings. This balance, combined with the area’s proximity to St. Helens’ urban infrastructure, may also explain the relatively high proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average. However, the overall rate remains a testament to the area’s ability to maintain safety despite the challenges of seasonal transitions.

April 2023 saw sharp month-on-month increases in three crime categories: violence and sexual offences (150% rise), criminal damage and arson (100% rise), and public order offences (100% rise). These jumps, while significant, still leave the area’s rates far below national averages — for instance, violence and sexual offences in Ashton-in-Makerfield were 88% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The crime mix also shifted: property crimes accounted for 50% of total incidents (7 out of 14), compared to 35.7% for violent crimes, a balance that may reflect local dynamics such as the area’s built-up character. A concrete data point for residents: the daily crime count (roughly zero) suggests that even with these increases, the likelihood of encountering crime remains exceptionally low in daily life.

Ashton-in-Makerfield’s crime rate in April 2023 (0.8 per 1,000 residents) marked a 247.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 0.2 per 1,000. While this rise is notable, the daily crime context remains strikingly low: 14 total crimes over 30 days equate to roughly zero crimes per day, a figure that would likely reassure most residents. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for every 1,252 residents — a statistic that translates to a rare occurrence for any individual. This contrast between the month-on-month jump and the overall infrequency of crime underscores the area’s generally low-risk profile. The population-scaled perspective reinforces this: even with the increase, the rate remains 89.3% below the UK average, highlighting a resilience to crime that persists despite seasonal fluctuations. Such comparisons contextualise the numbers for local residents, showing that while April saw a spike, the absolute risk remains minimal compared to national benchmarks.