Warrington Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Warrington's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This continued a trend of lower-than-average crime rates, reflecting the area's relatively stable environment. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.2% of all reported crimes, followed by public order offences (12.4%) and anti-social behaviour (8.9%). These figures suggest a persistent focus on interpersonal conflicts and public space management as key challenges. Seasonal factors in May—such as extended evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—may partly explain the elevated levels of public order incidents and violence. Anti-social behaviour rates were 65% below the UK average, indicating effective local interventions or community resilience in managing such issues. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes, including burglary (29% below UK average) and vehicle crime (75% below), suggest that Warrington's urban and suburban areas may benefit from strong community policing or environmental design features that deter such offences. While violence remains a significant concern, the overall profile of Warrington's crime suggests a mixed picture of relative safety in certain areas and targeted challenges in others.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in May 2025 was a 21.6% increase in public order offences, rising from 134 to 163 incidents. This surge, which outpaced all other crime categories, may be linked to the seasonal context of longer evenings and bank holidays, which can amplify public drinking and socialising. Concurrently, other theft rose by 22.0% (59 to 72), while criminal damage and arson increased by 17.7% (79 to 93), suggesting a combination of factors including heightened community activity and potential enforcement gaps. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by 54.5% (from 11 to 5), marking a significant decline that could reflect improved street lighting, increased police presence, or a reduction in targeted opportunities. Vehicle crime also dropped by 51.3% (39 to 19), due to seasonal changes in car usage or the impact of recent anti-vehicle crime initiatives. Warrington's violence and sexual offences rate (3.0 per 1,000) was 6% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour remained 65% below the national benchmark. These disparities highlight areas where local strategies have succeeded and where further attention may be needed.

Warrington's crime rate in May 2025 remained stable compared to April, with a -1.1% decrease from 6.2 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This slight decline, though minimal, suggests continuity in local crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 43 crimes per day in May, a figure that, while manageable, underscores the ongoing need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 163 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. This statistic offers residents a tangible benchmark for understanding the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The population context further reveals that Warrington's lower-than-average rates for property crimes—particularly burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting—suggest a unique regional dynamic. These figures may be influenced by Warrington's mix of urban and suburban environments, where targeted policing and community engagement have likely contributed to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the elevated rates of violence and public order offences compared to the UK average indicate that specific local challenges persist, requiring tailored approaches to address these areas effectively.