Eccleshall Crime Rate

Eccleshall's crime statistics for the period of December 2024 to November 2025 show an overall crime rate of 55.6 per 1,000 residents. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 91.7, contributing to a high safety score of 86/100. Furthermore, the crime trend in Eccleshall is currently decreasing, with a 6.1% drop in reported incidents over the last year. These figures indicate that Eccleshall is a very safe urban settlement within Stafford, maintaining a safety profile that is far superior to the national benchmark. This data suggests a secure and peaceful community for its residents.

In Eccleshall, the crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which account for 41.0% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime are also significant, representing 11.3% and 8.7% of the total crime respectively.

Property crime in Eccleshall has a rate of 18.0 per 1,000 residents. The most frequent property-related offences are vehicle crime (8.7%), shoplifting (6.5%), and other theft (6.1%). Criminal damage and arson and burglary each account for 4.8% of the total crime. While the overall property crime rate is low, the presence of vehicle crime and shoplifting suggests that residents should maintain basic security measures. The high safety score of 86/100 reflects this generally secure environment, but vigilance against opportunistic theft remains important to maintain the town's safety profile.

The crime trend in Eccleshall is currently decreasing, with a 6.1% drop in reported offences year-over-year. Monthly data from December 2024 to November 2025 shows the crime rate per 1,000 residents starting at 5.1 in December and fluctuating throughout the year.

A notable peak occurred in May 2025 with a rate of 6.8, followed by another high rate of 6.1 in July and September. The end of the year saw lower rates of 2.7 in October and November. This pattern suggests that crime in Eccleshall is consistently low and has seen a further reduction over the past year. For residents, the 6.1% decrease reinforces the town's status as a safe and secure place to live, with crime levels significantly below the national average.

How To Keep Safe in Eccleshall

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crime type in Eccleshall, representing 41.0% of reported incidents. While the town has a high safety score, personal awareness in public spaces is always recommended.

1. When walking through Eccleshall at night, stick to well-lit main roads and avoid shortcuts through less populated areas.
2. Be mindful of your surroundings when using local amenities or public transport late in the evening.
3. If you are socialising locally, stay with friends and look out for each other.
4. Report any anti-social behaviour or vehicle crime to local authorities to help them manage community safety effectively.
5. Ensure your home's exterior is well-lit and that any vehicles are kept securely locked, ideally in a garage or behind a gate, to discourage opportunistic theft.

Crime in Eccleshall shows distinct temporal patterns, with activity peaking during the evening and night hours. Analysis of the time breakdown shows that vehicle crime is exceptionally high at night, accounting for 57% of crimes during the 12am to 6am period. Theft is most common in the afternoon (47%) and morning (41%), likely occurring in local shops or during busy periods. Burglary also sees a high frequency during the afternoon (25%) and evening (22%). For residents, this indicates that while daytime vigilance is important for personal property, residential security for homes and vehicles is particularly crucial during the overnight hours.

Eccleshall is one of the safer areas in the Stafford region. Its crime rate of 55.6 per 1,000 is lower than the overall Stafford local authority rate of 72.5. Nearby villages like Ellenhall, Coldmeece, Woodseaves, and Croxton reported no crime during this period. For those looking for a residential area in Staffordshire, Eccleshall offers a high safety score and significantly less crime than larger urban centres, making it an attractive location for residents seeking a secure community.

With a property crime rate of 18.0 per 1,000 in Eccleshall, the risk of theft or criminal damage is low. However, the high safety score of 86/100 should not lead to complacency. Traditional reactive security systems, like standard CCTV, often only provide footage after a crime has been committed, which may not prevent the incident from occurring.

The scOS AI-powered operating system offers a proactive alternative by using multi-camera intelligence to monitor your property boundaries. scOS can identify potential threats such as loiterers or unrecognised vehicles in real-time. The system's autonomous response, such as activating security lights or audible deterrents, can disrupt a criminal's plans before they attempt to enter your home. For Eccleshall homeowners, scOS provides a level of proactive defence that far exceeds DIY cameras, ensuring your property is protected by a system that never blinks and intervenes when it matters most.