Culcheth Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Culcheth—a built-up area within Warrington—recorded 25 crimes across a population of 6,133 residents, translating to a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000. This figure is 46.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting the area's consistently lower crime profile. The breakdown reveals a stark contrast between violent and property crimes: 14 (56% of total) were violent or sexual offences, while property crimes (6 incidents) accounted for 24%. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.3 per 1,000, were 11% below the UK average for this category, a disparity that may be explained by Culcheth's smaller, more cohesive community structure compared to larger urban centres. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—likely influenced crime patterns. For instance, the surge in vehicle crime (2 incidents, up 100% from October) could be linked to increased foot traffic during holiday shopping, while the 50% drop in anti-social behaviour may reflect reduced outdoor activity as evenings grew darker. Public order offences (3 incidents) remained 2% below the UK average, a minor but consistent trend that could indicate effective local policing or community engagement initiatives. The area's low rates of shoplifting (1 incident, 71% below UK average) and other theft (3 incidents, 9% below UK average) further suggest that targeted prevention efforts, such as CCTV coverage or community awareness campaigns, may be contributing to its safer environment. These findings, while contextually influenced by November's specific dynamics, reinforce Culcheth's position as a relatively low-crime area within the UK's broader landscape.

November 2024 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime, shoplifting, and other theft, each doubling from zero to two, one, and three incidents respectively. This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with a 50% drop in anti-social behaviour and a 25% decline in public order offences. The area's violent crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 (56% of total crimes) was 11% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a category that typically sees higher rates in densely populated urban areas. Shoplifting—now at one incident—remains 71% below the UK's 0.7 per 1,000 average, a statistic that may reflect Culcheth's retail landscape or effective local deterrence measures. The shift in crime mix from October, where anti-social behaviour dominated, to November's focus on property crimes aligns with seasonal factors: dark evenings and Black Friday shopping likely influenced both the rise in vehicle crime and the decline in public disorder incidents.

Culcheth's November 2024 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 25.2% increase from October's 3.3 per 1,000. This shift, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. Translating this to daily life, the area experienced an average of one reported crime per day in November—a figure that, while low, reflects a slight uptick in activity compared to the previous month. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 245 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively safe environment in Culcheth despite the monthly rise. This monthly exposure rate is particularly meaningful for residents, as it contextualises the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily routines. When compared to the UK's broader context, Culcheth's figures highlight a pattern of consistently lower crime rates, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which were 73% and 71% below national averages respectively. These disparities may be linked to Culcheth's built-up area status within Warrington, where community cohesion and local policing efforts could contribute to sustained lower crime levels.