Culcheth Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Culcheth’s August 2024 crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents places it 68.3% below the UK average of 8.2, reflecting a consistently low crime profile for the built-up area within Warrington. The breakdown of reported crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 43.8% of the total 16 incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson at 25.0%. This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences typically constitute a smaller share of total crimes. The seasonal context of August—often a peak period for tourism and temporary population shifts—may have influenced the crime pattern, though the data suggests that local factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, have likely contributed to the area’s overall safety. While the rate of violence and sexual offences in Culcheth remains 59% below the UK average, the rise in criminal damage and arson, albeit modest, indicates potential vulnerabilities that could be exacerbated by seasonal activities. The relatively low crime rate also aligns with the area’s character as a built-up suburb within a larger town, where infrastructure and policing resources may support lower incident rates compared to more densely populated or economically disadvantaged regions. These findings underscore the importance of maintaining current strategies while addressing emerging trends, such as the increase in property-related crimes, to ensure continued safety for residents.

August 2024 saw a marked reduction in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 46.2% compared to the previous month, from 13 to 7 incidents. This decline contrasts with a 33.3% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 3 to 4 cases. The category of shoplifting also saw a 100% increase, moving from zero to one reported incident. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, such as the potential impact of increased foot traffic during the peak holiday period. Violence and sexual offences in Culcheth remain 59% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 186% above average rate for possession of weapons—a category that saw its first recorded incident in August. For residents, the 46.2% drop in violent crime offers a tangible indicator of improved safety, though the rise in criminal damage warrants further attention.

Culcheth's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 36.0% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.1. This downward trend aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as August typically sees heightened community activity and temporary population shifts. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population of 6,133, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 383 residents—a statistic that provides context for local residents assessing risk. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the comparison highlights the area’s consistent performance in maintaining lower crime levels, even during periods of increased tourism and seasonal activity. These metrics suggest that Culcheth’s built-up character within Warrington may contribute to its ability to manage crime effectively, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such connections.