Warrington Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Warrington, 5.8 crimes were reported in November 2024 — a rate 23.7% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of encountering 42 crimes across the local authority district, with one reported crime occurring for roughly every 171 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44% of all reported crimes, closely followed by public order offences (10.9%) and anti-social behaviour (7.6%). These figures reflect a pattern consistent with Warrington’s character as a mixed urban-rural area with a significant retail and commercial presence, which may partly explain the prominence of public order and violent crimes. Seasonal factors also played a role: the darker evenings of November likely contributed to increased incidents of violence, while the timing of Black Friday shopping may have influenced patterns of theft and public disorder. Anti-social behaviour rates were 55% below the UK average, a discrepancy that could be linked to Warrington’s community-focused policing initiatives and the presence of local amenities that discourage disruptive activity. However, the slight elevation in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average (2.6 per 1,000 vs. 2.5 per 1,000 nationally) suggests ongoing challenges in managing high-risk interactions in certain areas, particularly during the transition to colder evenings.

November 2024 saw a 78.8% increase in vehicle crime compared to October, with the number rising from 33 to 59. This surge may be attributed to the start of the winter season, when increased vehicle usage and darker conditions could create opportunities for theft or vandalism. Robbery incidents also rose by 60%, from 5 to 8, a trend that could be linked to the timing of Black Friday shopping, which often sees an uptick in targeted thefts. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 31.4% — from 140 to 96 — a reduction that may reflect the effectiveness of local authorities’ efforts to address nuisance behaviour through community engagement or increased patrols. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson decreased by 31.3%, due to the absence of major local events that could have contributed to such incidents. Warrington’s performance in certain categories stood out compared to the UK average: anti-social behaviour rates were 55% below the national figure, and shoplifting incidents were 42% below the UK average, likely influenced by the town’s retail layout and customer demographics. However, bicycle theft rates were 43% above the UK average, a figure that may be connected to the local cycling infrastructure and the presence of commuter routes that attract opportunistic theft.

Warrington’s November 2024 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 10.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.5 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, aligns with broader seasonal patterns observed in similar urban areas, where crime rates often dip as communities transition into the winter months. On a daily basis, the local authority district experienced an average of 42 crimes per day — a figure that, while substantial, remains well below the UK’s typical daily crime rates in comparable regions. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the monthly exposure to crime in Warrington was such that one resident in every 171 experienced a reported incident over the course of November. This statistic, while not inherently alarming, underscores the importance of targeted crime prevention efforts in high-risk areas. The local population of 215,391 residents means that even small fluctuations in crime rates can have tangible impacts on residents’ perceptions of safety. For instance, the 78.8% rise in vehicle crime, though significant in percentage terms, translates to an absolute increase of just 26 incidents — a manageable figure in the context of the town’s overall crime picture. These comparative metrics highlight the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas where crime rates deviate from the UK average, such as the higher incidence of bicycle theft. Understanding these nuances allows for more effective resource allocation and community engagement strategies tailored to Warrington’s specific needs.