Crime Rate in Eccleshall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Eccleshall

The total recorded crimes in Eccleshall, Stafford, UK in March 2025 are around 28 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Eccleshall crime rate of 91.23 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Eccleshall, encompassing approximately 306 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (55.56% increase)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Eccleshall Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Farrier Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • Bentham Way with total crimes: 3
  • Lakesedge with total crimes: 3

How safe is Eccleshall?

To understand the safety of Eccleshall, we need to analyze Eccleshall crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Eccleshall demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stafford average, with 507 crimes compared to 508.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Eccleshall witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Eccleshall experienced a greater number of crimes than the Stafford average, with 473 crimes compared to 427. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Eccleshall witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stafford, Eccleshall has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Eccleshall Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Eccleshall has recorded 28 crimes with crime rate of 91.23 ranking 13th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Eccleshall crimes were 507. The crime rate of Eccleshall in 2024 was 1652.00 (year) or 137.67 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Eccleshall were around 473 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1541.22 (year) or 128.43 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Stafford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Stafford)CrimesRank (Stafford)CrimesRank (Stafford)
Forebridge150 12,171 11,453 1
Coton82 2910 2865 2
Highfields & Western Downs60 4761 5724 3
Manor50 5878 3714 4
St Michael's & Stonefield61 3866 4682 5
Walton30 10646 6492 6
Swynnerton & Oulton45 6433 12400 10
Common33 7566 7460 8
Seighford & Church Eaton32 8307 15286 15
Penkside24 15472 9413 9
Holmcroft32 9456 11384 11
Milwich29 12467 10308 13
Fulford29 11313 14384 12
Haywood & Hixon23 16342 13293 14
Gnosall & Woodseaves26 14252 18251 17
Doxey & Castletown14 18293 16283 16
Littleworth7 21273 17241 18
Baswich17 17206 20218 19
Barlaston5 23217 19161 21
Weeping Cross & Wildwood10 19133 21203 20
Rowley9 20110 2280 22
Milford5 22106 2349 23

Eccleshall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
April 20242

A total of 192 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20259
January 20259
December 202420
November 202417
October 202414
September 202421
August 202417
July 202428
June 202416
May 202414
April 202413

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241
August 20247
July 20244
June 20242
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
October 20242
August 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241

A total of 31 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 20246
June 20244
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 202514
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
September 20244
August 20241
July 20247
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
October 20243
September 20242
July 20243
April 20244

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
October 20246
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Eccleshall in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Eccleshall postcode area is presented below.

1. Farrier Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Bentham Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Lakesedge (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
4. Cartwright Walk (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Barn Lane (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
6. Arn Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Maer Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Church View (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Byanna Grange (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Saddler Grove (Map)
Total1
Robbery1

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