Warrington Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Warrington's overall crime rate in September 2024 was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 19.5% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.5% of all reported incidents (647 cases) — a rate of 3.0 per 1,000. This category was 15% above the UK average for the same period, suggesting local factors may contribute to this pattern. Public order offences followed closely at 9.3% (124 cases), while anti-social behaviour (8.3%) and criminal damage (6.8%) were notable but significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of September — with the start of term at local schools and universities — likely influences patterns, as increased foot traffic in town centres and nightlife areas may drive certain types of crime. The rate of robbery and theft from the person remained exceptionally low, at 0.4% and 0.3% of total crimes respectively, both 100% below UK averages. These figures may reflect effective policing in high-traffic areas or the area's broader demographic profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm causal links. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly in September, with violent crime comprising 48.5% of the total, compared to 26% for property crimes, indicating a combination of social and environmental factors.

September 2024 saw a dramatic 91.7% decrease in theft from the person, falling from 48 incidents in August to just 4 — the lowest monthly figure since at least 2020. This decline may be attributed to heightened awareness campaigns or changes in consumer behaviour during the back-to-school period. Conversely, bicycle theft rose sharply by 90%, with incidents increasing from 10 to 19. This upward trend aligns with the start of university term, as students return to campus and local bike-sharing schemes become more active. Burglary also increased by 17.6%, though it remains well below the UK average at 0.2 per 1,000. The data shows a marked shift in crime mix, with violent crime accounting for nearly half (48.5%) of all incidents, compared to property crimes at 26%. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were both significantly below UK averages, with anti-social behaviour at 57% below and criminal damage at 29% below. These figures suggest that community-focused policing initiatives in Warrington may be yielding positive results, particularly in reducing disorderly conduct. Residents may find the 100% reduction in robbery incidents (from 1 to 0 in some categories) particularly reassuring, though the small absolute numbers mean this category remains statistically volatile.

Warrington's crime rate in September 2024 was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a 17.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This represents a sustained improvement over recent months, though monthly fluctuations can be influenced by seasonal factors such as the start of term. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 44 crimes per day in September, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing risk levels. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 161 residents — a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban areas. When viewed through the lens of population, Warrington's performance highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies in managing crime rates despite the challenges posed by the transition from summer to autumn. The 19.5% gap between Warrington's rate and the UK average underscores the area's relative safety, though this should be interpreted cautiously as local crime patterns may not always align with national trends. The comparison also reveals that while violent crime remains a significant concern (accounting for nearly half of all incidents), the proportion of property crimes has decreased compared to previous months, suggesting a shift in criminal activity patterns.