Biddulph Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,296 residents, Biddulph recorded 125 crimes in March 2023—a rate of 7.7 per 1,000 people, placing it 1.3% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This small built-up area within the Staffordshire Moorlands, a largely rural region, exhibits a crime profile shaped by its transitional position between urban and rural landscapes. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (47 incidents, 37.6% of total), followed by public order offences (25, 20.0%) and anti-social behaviour (19, 15.2%). These figures suggest a mix of social and community-related challenges, potentially linked to the area’s character as a small town with a mix of residential and commercial activity. The seasonal context of March—marking the transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks changing—may have influenced patterns of outdoor activity and social interactions, which could contribute to higher reports of public order and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall crime rate remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres, reflecting the lower population density and stronger community cohesion typical of rural built-up areas. Property crimes, at 31 incidents (24.8% of total), were less prevalent than violent crimes, a contrast to some UK regions where property crimes dominate. This balance may indicate that local factors, such as effective policing or community initiatives, are playing a role in mitigating property-related offences.

March 2023 saw a notable concentration of violent crimes, with 47 incidents accounting for 37.6% of all recorded offences. This proportion exceeds the typical balance between property and violent crimes seen in similar rural built-up areas. Public order offences, at 25 incidents, were 134% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, highlighting a significant deviation from national trends. Vehicle crime also stood out, with 11 incidents—46% above the UK average—likely influenced by the area’s road network and potential for unsecured vehicles in residential zones. Conversely, criminal damage and arson were 17% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with the lower levels of industrial or commercial activity in Biddulph compared to larger towns. These variations suggest that local dynamics, such as community policing efforts or seasonal factors like the transition to spring, may be shaping these crime trends in ways distinct from broader UK patterns.

Over the course of March 2023, Biddulph saw 125 reported crimes, translating to one crime for roughly every 130 residents. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents, showing that the likelihood of encountering a crime in this built-up area of Staffordshire Moorlands is relatively low compared to larger urban centres. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 4 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s population density and land use patterns. With a population of 16,296, Biddulph’s crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents places it slightly above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, but the disparity is minimal. The rural character of the Staffordshire Moorlands, combined with Biddulph’s built-up nature, creates a unique crime profile that balances the lower population density of surrounding areas with the higher activity levels typical of a small town. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing presence, and infrastructure—play a more immediate role in shaping crime rates than broader national trends.