Bebington Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bebington's crime rate for January 2026 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, 44.1% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This places the built-up area within Wirral among the safer regions in the country. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.2% of all reported crimes, with 98 incidents recorded. While this category remains the most prevalent, it is 32% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community policing or demographic characteristics may contribute to this lower rate. Shoplifting (10.1% of total crimes) and public order offences (9.2%) followed as the next most common categories, both significantly below national averages. Seasonal context suggests January's crime profile was shaped by post-holiday dynamics, with reduced retail activity potentially influencing shoplifting trends. However, the sharp 200% increase in possession of weapons, though small in absolute terms, indicates a need for further monitoring. This rise, combined with the overall low crime rate, presents a complex picture where targeted awareness could help maintain Bebington's current safety levels.

January 2026 saw a 200% increase in possession of weapons, with reports rising from 1 to 3. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect increased illicit activity during post-holiday periods. Shoplifting also rose by 29.4%, likely linked to reduced retail footfall and potential opportunistic behaviour in the early weeks of the year. Conversely, robbery rates fell by two-thirds, aligning with seasonal patterns where fewer outdoor interactions reduce opportunities for such crimes. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the most common category (45.2% of all crimes), were 32% below the UK average. This contrast highlights Bebington's relative safety compared to other areas, despite the weapon possession increase. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with higher foot traffic, where shoplifting incidents were concentrated.

Bebington's crime rate in January 2026 remained stable compared to December 2025, with a 1.3% increase from 3.7 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This minor fluctuation suggests no significant shift in overall safety. Locally, 7 crimes were reported daily on average, translating to one reported crime for every 264 residents over the month. This monthly exposure rate places Bebington among the safer built-up areas in the UK, where the average resident faces a 1-in-150 chance of experiencing crime annually. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Bebington's low crime rate is consistent with its character as a commuter-focused suburb within Wirral, where community cohesion and local policing efforts likely contribute to sustained safety. However, the rise in weapon possession deserves closer attention from residents and local authorities.