Biddulph Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Biddulph's crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents placed it 18.8% below the UK average, reflecting a safer environment than the national profile. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly three crimes per day, with the monthly exposure being one reported crime for every 194 residents. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 41.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.6%) and public order offences (13.1%). This emphasis on violent and disorderly crimes contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributed to the lower overall crime rate, though the prominence of violent crime suggests local factors such as community interactions or social dynamics. The lower prevalence of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (83% below UK average) and vehicle crime (43% below UK average), may be influenced by Biddulph's built-up area status within a rural district, where retail and vehicle theft opportunities are fewer compared to more densely populated or tourist-heavy regions. However, the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences (32% and 71% above UK averages, respectively) indicate areas for targeted intervention, possibly linked to local community structures or seasonal events that amplify social tensions.

February 2026 saw significant fluctuations in crime types compared to January. Robbery, shoplifting, and 'other crime' each doubled from zero to one or two incidents, reflecting sudden spikes in these categories. Conversely, burglary and other theft fell sharply—burglary dropped by 90% (from 10 to 1) and other theft by 66.7% (from 3 to 1). These shifts suggest temporary factors influencing criminal activity, such as changes in local routines or targeted opportunities. The crime mix also reveals stark contrasts with UK averages: anti-social behaviour (32% above UK) and public order offences (71% above UK) were high, while vehicle crime (43% below UK) and shoplifting (83% below UK) were significantly lower. For residents, the 100% increase in robbery from zero to one incident highlights a specific risk point that may warrant local awareness efforts.

Biddulph's crime rate in February 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents) marks a 22.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.6 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns typical for February—a winter month with lower outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the risk for residents in tangible terms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 194 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. While this monthly exposure remains below the national average, the breakdown of crime types reveals local peculiarities. For instance, anti-social behaviour and public order offences are higher than UK averages, suggesting community-specific dynamics that may influence these categories. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that Biddulph's residents face a lower overall risk of encountering crime than the UK average, though targeted issues like anti-social behaviour warrant attention.