Bebington Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.9% of all crimes in Bebington during November 2023, marking a stark contrast to the UK average rate for this category (2.6 per 1,000). While the overall crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents places the area 41.3% below the national average, the profile of crime here differs significantly. Property crimes, which include shoplifting and burglary, constituted 34% of total incidents, yet rates for these categories remain lower than the UK average. The dominance of violent crime in Bebington's monthly tally may reflect local dynamics, though seasonal factors such as dark evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night could have contributed to increased tensions. Anti-social behaviour, which made up 9.8% of reported crimes, remained substantially below the UK average (62% lower), suggesting a generally orderly environment despite the high proportion of violent incidents. The area's relatively low levels of vehicle crime (1.6% below UK average) and burglary (71% below UK average) align with its character as a built-up area within Wirral, where residential density and community policing initiatives may play a role. However, the spike in drug-related crimes—now at 0.1 per 1,000—raises questions about emerging patterns that could be linked to seasonal shifts or changes in local demographics. The month's crime profile illustrates a combination of persistent violent crime trends and the area's broader safety record.

November 2023 saw a dramatic 500% increase in drug-related crimes, with incidents rising from 1 to 6. This surge, though still below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), could be linked to seasonal factors such as increased social mixing during festive events. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 46.2% compared to the previous month, with incidents dropping from 13 to 7—a decline that may reflect the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures. Vehicle crime also decreased by 42.9%, from 7 to 4, influenced by reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. Bebington's rate for violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) remains 31% below the UK average, despite this category making up the largest share (40.9%) of local crimes. The area's anti-social behaviour rate (0.4 per 1,000) is 62% below the UK average, suggesting a generally peaceful community despite the high proportion of violent incidents. Residents may find the 45% lower rate for shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) particularly reassuring, as this category typically correlates with retail activity and foot traffic patterns in built-up areas.

Bebington's crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 in November 2023 represents a 10.8% decline from the previous month's rate of 5.0 per 1,000, indicating a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 8 crimes per day during November, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 225 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Bebington compared to larger urban centres, where crime rates often exceed 10 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a significantly lower risk of victimisation than the UK average, with violent crime rates 31% below national levels and property crime rates similarly subdued. The 46.2% drop in burglary and 42.9% decrease in vehicle crime since October may reflect the impact of targeted policing strategies or seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity. While the 500% increase in drug-related crimes is a notable exception, the overall trend remains one of sustained safety, with Bebington's crime profile continuing to diverge from the UK average in several key categories.