Biddulph Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Biddulph’s crime rate in May 2023 stood at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 8.8% below the UK average of 8.0. This figure reflects a combination of local and national trends, with the area’s crime profile shaped by its character as a built-up district within a rural landscape. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42% of all crimes—a share higher than the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000). This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by the area’s seasonal dynamics: May’s extended daylight hours and bank holidays likely contributed to increased socialising in public spaces, creating environments conducive to disputes and anti-social behaviour. Anti-social behaviour itself made up 16.8% of reported crimes, a figure slightly lower than the UK average but consistent with the area’s small-town character, where community networks may temper escalation. Criminal damage and arson, at 11.8 per 1,000, were 45% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could be linked to the region’s proximity to industrial areas or the presence of vacant properties in the built-up zone. The low rate of shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000) contrasts sharply with the UK average of 0.5, suggesting that local retail environments—less densely packed or more closely monitored—deter such offences. These patterns illustrate how Biddulph’s geographical and social context shapes its crime profile, even as it remains below the national benchmark in overall crime rates.

May 2023 saw notable shifts in Biddulph’s crime profile. Burglary increased by 100% compared to April, rising from 3 to 6 incidents—a jump that may reflect seasonal factors such as warmer weather encouraging home visits or weekend gatherings. Similarly, possession of weapons and shoplifting both doubled, with the latter reaching 2 incidents despite being 80% below the UK average. This contrast underscores the area’s unique profile, where retail crime remains low but personal safety concerns, particularly in violence and sexual offences, are 12% above the national rate. Meanwhile, public order offences dropped by 42.9%, possibly linked to reduced alcohol-fuelled incidents during bank holidays. Residents may find the 4-crime-per-day average useful for contextualising local safety, though this figure remains significantly lower than the UK’s daily crime rate. The rise in violent crime, however, suggests a need for continued community vigilance during extended daylight hours.

Biddulph's crime rate in May 2023 rose by 7.2% compared to April, moving from 6.8 to 7.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, aligns with the area’s seasonal rhythm: longer evenings and bank holidays in May often correlate with heightened outdoor socialising, which may contribute to the rise in violent incidents and anti-social behaviour. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported each day in May, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for every 137 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is relatively low compared to larger urban centres, the 8.8% gap between Biddulph’s rate and the UK average (8.0 per 1,000) suggests the area remains consistently safer than the national benchmark. This contrast is particularly notable in violent crime categories, where local rates are 12% above the UK average but property crimes like shoplifting are 80% below. The combination of these trends indicates a nuanced crime profile that reflects both local characteristics and broader national patterns.