Biddulph Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Biddulph’s August 2023 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents places the area 42% below the UK average of 8.1, a stark contrast to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 53.3% of all incidents, the largest single category.5 per 1,000—5% below the UK average. This suggests a localised reduction in violent crime, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as the summer holiday period, when increased police presence or community vigilance may contribute to lower incident rates. Anti-social behaviour followed at 16.9% of all crimes, a rate 44% below the UK average, indicating a broader trend of reduced disorderly conduct. Criminal damage and arson, the third most common category at 14.3%, rose slightly above the UK average but remained a relatively minor component of the overall crime profile. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—may explain some fluctuations, including the sharp increase in burglary, which rose from zero to three cases, a 100% jump. This could be consistent with the temporary absence of residents during the summer, leaving properties more vulnerable. While the overall crime rate remains low, the interplay between local demographics, seasonal activity, and regional policing strategies likely shapes these patterns. The data illustrates a built-up area within a largely rural region, where crime is concentrated in specific categories but remains significantly below national levels, reflecting the area’s unique character and lower population density compared to urban centres.

August 2023 saw a dramatic 26.8% reduction in violence and sexual offences, the largest single category decline, dropping from 56 to 41 incidents. This decrease, while consistent with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (5% below Biddulph’s rate of 2.5), suggests a shift in local dynamics. Simultaneously, burglary rose sharply by 100% from zero to three incidents, a category that remains 41% below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This increase aligns with August’s status as a peak holiday month, when empty homes may be more vulnerable. Other theft also fell significantly, dropping 83.3% from six to one case. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, declined by 31.6% to 13 incidents, a rate 44% below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local crime patterns, with property-related offences showing the most volatility.

Biddulph's August 2023 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 25.9% decrease from the previous month's 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the broader trend of reduced activity since earlier in the year. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 212 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low crime environment in this built-up area. When contextualised against the local population of 16,296, this suggests that most residents are unaffected by crime on a daily basis, though the increase in burglary warrants attention. The shift from June to August highlights a seasonal pattern, with August’s holiday season potentially influencing both the types and frequencies of incidents reported. This contrast with the UK average, where crime rates remain significantly higher, reinforces Biddulph’s position as a safer area within the region.