Crime Rate in Biddulph West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Biddulph West

The total recorded crimes in Biddulph West, Staffordshire Moorlands, UK in May 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Biddulph West crime rate of 6.24 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 Biddulph West, encompassing approximately 5,452 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (-27.78% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Biddulph West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Tower Hill Road with total crimes: 3
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 3
  • Police Station with total crimes: 3

How safe is Biddulph West?

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

  • Relative to Staffordshire Moorlands:

    • In 2024, Biddulph West reported a higher crime volume than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 508 crimes compared to 273. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Biddulph West witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 26 other areas in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

    • In 2023, Biddulph West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 431 crimes compared to 242. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Biddulph West witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 26 other areas in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Staffordshire Moorlands, Biddulph West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Biddulph West Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Biddulph West has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 6.24 ranking 7th out of 26 in the Staffordshire Moorlands, UK

In 2024, the total Biddulph West crimes were 508. The crime rate of Biddulph West in 2024 was 93.17 (year) or 7.76 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

In 2023, the total crimes in Biddulph West were around 431 crimes with yearly crime rate of 79.04 (year) or 6.59 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Biddulph West)CrimesRank (Biddulph West)CrimesRank (Biddulph West)
Biddulph East42 4614 3568 1
Leek North53 1683 1473 4
Leek East51 3642 2524 2
Leek South51 2520 4490 3
Caverswall36 5492 6384 7
Cheadle West33 8396 7403 6
Forsbrook34 6299 9334 8
Dane30 9363 8249 10
Cheadle South East23 11272 10256 9
Hamps Valley30 10210 14222 12
Cheadle North East17 14230 12228 11
Checkley22 12261 11199 14
Leek West13 17197 16215 13
Cellarhead20 13216 13118 22
Cheddleton9 20152 19190 15
Brown Edge and Endon15 15199 15169 16
Biddulph North15 16168 17150 18
Biddulph South5 24127 21156 17
HortonNA NA153 18150 19
Werrington12 18108 2399 24
Alton10 19138 20133 20
Bagnall and Stanley6 22106 24130 21
Churnet8 21119 22100 23
Biddulph Moor5 2352 2669 25
Ipstones3 2588 2549 26
Manifold2 2648 2744 27

Biddulph West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 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 (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 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 (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 91 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20257
March 20253
February 20259
January 202514
December 20244
November 202412
October 20244
September 20249
August 20246
July 20245
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 58 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
February 20255
January 20259
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20245
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 203 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 15.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202518
March 202517
February 20258
January 202517
December 202414
November 202415
October 202412
September 202414
August 202418
July 202411
June 202432
May 202414

A total of 71 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.46 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 202510
February 20255
January 20256
December 20248
November 20248
October 20242
September 20249
August 20242
July 20245
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20251
February 20254
January 20255
December 20245
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20244
July 20245
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Biddulph West in May 2025

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

1. Tower Hill Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
2. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
3. Police Station (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Lanchester Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
5. Lyneside Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. West Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Walley Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
8. South View (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
9. Lorena Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Devon Grove (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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