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

Ashton-in-Makerfield recorded a crime rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, placing the area 87.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This exceptionally low rate reflects a broader pattern of subdued criminal activity, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 61.1% of all reported crimes—11 incidents—making it the most common category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 11.1%, with two incidents, while burglary also contributed 11.1% of the total. The area's crime profile remains heavily skewed towards violent crime, despite its overall low rate. Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the timing of Halloween may have influenced patterns. The built-up nature of Ashton-in-Makerfield, part of St. Helens, likely plays a role in shaping these trends, as suburban areas tend to see lower property crime rates compared to more densely populated urban centres. The absence of significant spikes in property-related crimes such as burglary or vehicle theft further supports the idea that the area's relatively low population density and stable community dynamics contribute to its crime profile. However, the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, robbery, and other theft compared to the previous month raises questions about localized triggers, such as seasonal events or temporary disruptions in public spaces.

October 2023 saw a dramatic 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, robbery, and other theft compared to September, with each of these categories rising from zero to one or two incidents. This spike contrasts sharply with a 15.4% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from 13 to 11 cases. The area's violent crime rate—0.6 per 1,000 residents—was 78% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. Anti-social behaviour, now at 0.1 per 1,000, was 92% below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. These figures suggest that while violent crime remains low, other categories may reflect seasonal factors such as Halloween or darker evenings. Residents may find the surge in anti-social behaviour particularly notable, as it indicates a potential need for increased community engagement or policing in public spaces.

Ashton-in-Makerfield's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 1.0 per 1,000 residents, a 9.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 1.1 per 1,000. This continued trend of low crime aligns with the area's consistently below-average rates compared to the UK. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 974 residents, illustrating the relatively low risk of experiencing crime in this built-up area. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime per day, a figure that remains stable and significantly lower than the UK average. The population of 17,524 further contextualises these numbers, showing that the crime rate is distributed across a relatively small, tightly-knit community. This stability suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors—such as the area's suburban character and limited nightlife—may contribute to the sustained low crime levels.