Cheadle Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 12,102 residents, 90 crimes were recorded in January 2026, translating to a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 people. This places Cheadle 8.8% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, highlighting a notable divergence from national trends. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (33 cases, 36.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (14 cases, 15.6%) and shoplifting (11 cases, 12.2%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for these categories, where violence and sexual offences are 2.5 per 1,000 (8% below Cheadle’s rate) and anti-social behaviour is 0.9 per 1,000 (29% below). The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days—likely contributes to the observed patterns, with fewer outdoor crimes and higher incidents of interpersonal conflicts. The elevated rate of shoplifting (58% above UK average) may reflect unseasonal retail activity or targeted opportunism in local stores. Meanwhile, the relatively low burglary rate (29% below UK average) aligns with the area’s character as a built-up area within a rural district, where property crimes are less common than in denser urban environments. These statistics underscore the need to consider both local dynamics and broader seasonal influences when interpreting crime trends in Cheadle.

January 2026 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with drugs-related offences surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 cases) and possession of weapons rising by 100% (from 2 to 4 cases). This sharp increase in drug-related crimes may indicate heightened activity during the post-holiday period. Conversely, burglary fell by 60% (from 5 to 2 cases), and robbery dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1 case), suggesting a possible seasonal lull in property crimes. Anti-social behaviour remained elevated, 29% above the UK average, with 14 reported incidents. This category’s persistence despite the shorter days of January may reflect ongoing community tensions or unmet social needs. The shoplifting rate (0.9 per 1,000) was 58% above the UK average, linked to targeted retail thefts or increased police visibility in local stores. Residents might find the 1-in-134 resident monthly exposure rate (based on 90 crimes over 12,102 people) a useful benchmark for understanding local risk levels relative to the UK average. The data also reveals an unexpected spike in 'other crime' (from 1 to 2 cases), though the exact nature of these incidents remains unspecified in the breakdown.

Cheadle’s crime rate in January 2026 (7.4 per 1,000) marked an 8.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable improvement. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in January, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides a tangible sense of exposure. While this rate is slightly higher than the UK average, the localised nature of Cheadle’s built-up area within a rural district suggests that crime dynamics here may differ significantly from larger urban centres. The decrease in burglary and robbery rates compared to December 2025 aligns with seasonal patterns, as colder weather and shorter daylight hours typically reduce outdoor activity and associated crimes. However, the sharp rise in drug-related offences and possession of weapons highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where these crimes are concentrated. The comparison to the UK average underscores both areas of concern—such as shoplifting and anti-social behaviour—and strengths, like the lower burglary rate—offering a nuanced picture of Cheadle’s crime profile.