Cheadle Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands) recorded a crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 32.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This overall rate, while modest, reveals a distinct imbalance between property and violent crime, with the latter dominating the monthly tally. Of the 67 total crimes reported, 28 were violent and sexual offences, accounting for 41.8% of the total, compared to 20 property crimes (30%). This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime typically constitutes a smaller proportion of total incidents. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—may have influenced this dynamic, as increased tourism and the presence of empty homes could have heightened risks for property crimes, though these remained relatively low in Cheadle. Conversely, violent crime, while not exceeding UK averages, was concentrated in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which saw a 13% deficit compared to the national rate. The area’s crime profile also reflects a strong underperformance in categories like anti-social behaviour, which was 31% below the UK average, and criminal damage and arson, which was 37% below. These figures suggest that Cheadle’s lower crime rate is not solely due to reduced opportunities for crime but may also stem from community-specific factors, such as strong local policing or a culture of low-risk behaviour. The dominance of violent crime, however, raises questions about the nature of local social interactions, linked to the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up area within a rural district. While the crime rate remains low overall, the balance between property and violent crime underscores the need for targeted strategies to address the specific risks identified in the data.

August 2023 saw sharp month-on-month increases in public order offences (+250%), anti-social behaviour (+140%), and robbery (+100%), while shoplifting and other theft both declined. This shift in crime mix highlights a notable dominance of violent and disorderly incidents, which accounted for 58.2% of all crimes, compared to property crimes at 30%. Violent crime, though remaining 13% below the UK average, was the most prevalent category, potentially influenced by August’s peak holiday season, which could have increased social interactions and public gatherings. Vehicle crime, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 43% above the UK average, a divergence that may reflect local factors such as commuter traffic or parking dynamics. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 66.7%, and burglary remained significantly below the UK average by 71%, suggesting that Cheadle’s low-density environment and seasonal patterns—such as homes being unoccupied during holidays—may contribute to reduced opportunities for such crimes. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of local conditions and broader national trends.

Cheadle’s August 2023 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 28.8% increase from July’s 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the consistency of local challenges. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 181 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against Cheadle’s population of 12,102, illustrates the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This contrast is amplified by the fact that violent crime, which accounted for 41.8% of all incidents, remained 13% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. However, vehicle crime stood out as 43% above the UK average, a divergence that may reflect local factors such as commuter traffic or parking dynamics. The rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences—both increasing by 140% and 250% respectively—suggests a seasonal influence, as August’s peak holiday season could have led to increased public gatherings or disruptions. These trends, while notable, remain within a broader context of Cheadle’s overall safety profile, which continues to align with a lower-than-average crime burden compared to the UK.