Biddulph Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Biddulph’s overall crime rate in December 2025 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 28.6% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly when considering the seasonal context of December—a month typically associated with heightened activity around Christmas shopping, extended evening darkness, and the temporary absence of residents during holiday travel. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42% of all reported crimes (34 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.5%) and criminal damage and arson (16.1%). While violence rates in Biddulph (2.1 per 1,000) were 18% below the UK average, the area’s criminal damage and arson rate (0.8 per 1,000) was 54% above the UK figure, suggesting localized pressures in this category. The relatively low levels of property crime (24 incidents) and the sharp decline in shoplifting (82% below the UK average) may partly reflect the area’s character as a built-up community with limited retail density, reducing opportunities for such offences. These patterns align with the broader trend of Biddulph maintaining a crime profile distinct from larger urban centres, where property crime and public order issues often dominate.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in Biddulph’s crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 160% (from 5 to 13 incidents), potentially linked to seasonal factors such as holiday decorations and increased property neglect during absences. Robbery and possession of weapons both doubled compared to the previous month, though these remain rare occurrences (1 incident each). Conversely, other crime, public order offences, and drug-related incidents all decreased significantly—by 85.7%, 50%, and 33.3% respectively—possibly reflecting heightened community vigilance during the festive period or reduced social interactions due to lockdowns and gatherings. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast between Biddulph and the UK average: while shoplifting (1 incident) was 82% below the UK figure, the area’s violent crime rate (2.1 per 1,000) was 18% below the national average, suggesting effective local measures in reducing violence despite the challenges of December’s seasonal context. These findings highlight the combination of local conditions, such as the built-up nature of Biddulph, which may limit opportunities for certain crimes while creating unique vulnerabilities in others.

Biddulph’s crime rate in December 2025 rose slightly to 5.0 per 1,000 from 4.8 per 1,000 in November, a 3.8% increase. However, this remains well below the UK average, demonstrating the area’s consistent performance relative to national trends. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported per day in December, a figure that contextualizes the local impact of crime for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 201 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. With a population of 16,296, Biddulph’s crime statistics reflect a community where most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly, despite the seasonal fluctuations observed. The 1-in-201 ratio provides a tangible measure for locals, emphasizing that while crime exists, it is not pervasive. This perspective is reinforced by the area’s low property crime rates and the absence of major urban pressures that might drive higher crime volumes. These figures suggest that Biddulph’s built-up character, combined with its relatively small population, creates an environment where crime remains a manageable concern rather than a systemic issue.