Cheadle Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Cheadle recorded 56 crimes across a population of 12,102 residents, translating to a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 people—35.2% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 3.8% increase from the previous month, remains well within the lower end of national statistics, underscoring the area's generally low crime profile. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 55.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (8.9%) and other crime (7.1%). These patterns align with seasonal trends typical of post-holiday periods, where reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may contribute to a shift in crime dynamics. While property-related offences such as burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting were all below the UK average, violent crime rates—particularly for violence and sexual offences—were slightly higher than the national benchmark. This suggests a combination of local factors, such as community dynamics and the built-up nature of the area, and broader national trends. The relatively low incidence of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which were 59% and 41% below the UK average respectively, may reflect the character of Cheadle as a quieter, more residential built-up area within the Staffordshire Moorlands. These findings highlight the importance of contextualising local crime statistics within both seasonal and geographic frameworks, ensuring that comparisons to national averages are made with due consideration to the area's unique circumstances.

January 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with 'other crime' surging by 300% compared to December 2024, reflecting a sharp increase from one to four incidents. Robbery rates also doubled, rising from zero to two incidents, while possession of weapons rose from zero to one, marking a 100% increase. These spikes contrast with notable declines in burglary, public order, and criminal damage and arson, which fell by 66.7%, 66.7%, and 40% respectively. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 55.4% of all reported incidents—stands out, with violence and sexual offences at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, 4% above the UK average. This suggests a persistent challenge in managing interpersonal crime, even as property-related offences remain lower than the national average. For residents, the increase in robbery and possession of weapons may prompt heightened awareness in public spaces, particularly during the post-holiday period when fewer people are out shopping.

Cheadle's crime rate in January 2025 rose 3.8% from 4.5 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents compared to December 2024, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within the community. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 216 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low incidence of crime in this built-up area. This figure is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, where Cheadle's rate is 35.2% below the national average. The population context further highlights that even with the 3.8% increase, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with crime levels remaining well within the lower quartile of national statistics. This comparative analysis provides residents with a clear benchmark to understand their local safety relative to both the previous month and the broader UK context.