Bebington Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bebington's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000 — a 48.8% deficit. This figure reflects a consistent pattern of lower crime levels in the built-up area of Wirral, which has historically maintained rates well beneath national benchmarks. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.8% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13%) and shoplifting (11.4%). These statistics align with the area's character as a suburban community with a strong presence of retail and residential zones, which may contribute to the prominence of shoplifting and public order offences. The seasonal context of May, with its bank holidays and extended evenings, likely influenced the increased socialising and outdoor activity that could underpin some of the reported incidents. Violent crime in Bebington remains 44% below the UK average, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, another major category, was 59% below the UK average, at 0.6 per 1,000. The area's lower rates of property crime, particularly vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000 vs UK 0.5) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000 vs UK 0.3), may be attributed to effective local policing strategies or the physical layout of the built-up area. These trends suggest that Bebington's crime profile is shaped by a combination of community characteristics, seasonal rhythms, and ongoing efforts to maintain public safety.

May 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories compared to the previous month. Burglary rates doubled, with 4 incidents recorded — a 100% increase — likely linked to seasonal shifts in outdoor activity and property visibility. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 68.4%, from 19 to 6, possibly reflecting changes in policing focus or community engagement efforts. Other theft also rose sharply, up 45.5% to 16 cases, while vehicle crime increased by 28.6% to 9 incidents. These changes contrast with the significant drop in theft from the person, which fell by 50% to 1 case. The area's violent crime rate remains 44% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.8% of all crimes. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting also showed marked underperformance relative to national benchmarks, with rates 59% and 22% below the UK average respectively. These statistics highlight the combination of local factors and broader national trends in crime prevention.

Bebington's crime rate in May 2024 fell by 5.7% compared to the previous month, dropping from 4.6 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline continues a trend of lower crime rates relative to the UK average, which stood at 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 8 crimes per day in May, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for roughly every 233 residents, illustrating the relatively low exposure to crime in Bebington compared to other parts of the UK. With a population of 57,202, the area's crime statistics reflect a mix of factors, including seasonal patterns and community-specific dynamics. While the overall rate remains significantly below the national average, the month-on-month decrease suggests a continued effort to maintain public safety in the built-up area of Wirral.