Crime Rate in Seighford & Church Eaton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Seighford & Church Eaton

The total recorded crimes in Seighford & Church Eaton, Stafford, UK in May 2025 are around 39 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Seighford & Church Eaton crime rate of 111.62 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 Seighford & Church Eaton, encompassing approximately 349 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (18.75% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Seighford & Church Eaton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pasture Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Stocking-Gate Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Winnow Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Seighford & Church Eaton?

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

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Seighford & Church Eaton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stafford average, with 307 crimes compared to 508.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Seighford & Church Eaton recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 22 other areas in the Stafford.

    • In 2023, Seighford & Church Eaton had fewer crimes than the Stafford average, with 286 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Seighford & Church Eaton recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 22 other areas in the Stafford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stafford, Seighford & Church Eaton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Seighford & Church Eaton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Seighford & Church Eaton has recorded 39 crimes with crime rate of 111.62 ranking 8th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Seighford & Church Eaton crimes were 307. The crime rate of Seighford & Church Eaton in 2024 was 878.65 (year) or 73.22 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Seighford & Church Eaton were around 286 crimes with yearly crime rate of 818.55 (year) or 68.21 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Stafford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Seighford & Church Eaton)CrimesRank (Seighford & Church Eaton)CrimesRank (Seighford & Church Eaton)
Forebridge128 12,171 11,453 1
Coton94 2910 2865 2
Highfields & Western Downs53 4761 5724 3
Manor48 6878 3714 4
St Michael's & Stonefield69 3866 4682 5
Common50 5566 7460 8
Walton39 10646 6492 6
Eccleshall39 9507 8473 7
Milwich44 7467 10308 13
Penkside37 11472 9413 9
Swynnerton & Oulton34 13433 12400 10
Holmcroft29 15456 11384 11
Fulford25 16313 14384 12
Haywood & Hixon34 12342 13293 14
Gnosall & Woodseaves29 14252 18251 17
Doxey & Castletown20 20293 16283 16
Littleworth18 21273 17241 18
Weeping Cross & Wildwood23 17133 21203 20
Barlaston23 18217 19161 21
Baswich21 19206 20218 19
Rowley16 23110 2280 22
Milford16 22106 2349 23

Seighford & Church Eaton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 39 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20255
February 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20255
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 180 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.85 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 202516
March 202516
February 202510
January 202510
December 202412
November 202412
October 202411
September 202413
August 202419
July 202414
June 202414
May 202414

A total of 30 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20248

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20251
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20252
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
February 20253
January 20254
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
June 20242

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.31 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20259
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Seighford & Church Eaton in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Seighford & Church Eaton postcode area is presented below.

1. Pasture Lane (Map)
Total7
Possession of weapons2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Stocking-Gate Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Winnow Avenue (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Shredicote Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Beech Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Sweetplace Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Jefferson Walk (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
8. Marston Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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