Crime Rate in Cheadle South East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cheadle South East

The total recorded crimes in Cheadle South East, Staffordshire Moorlands, UK in May 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cheadle South East crime rate of 7.30 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 Cheadle South East, encompassing approximately 3,150 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (37.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cheadle South East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Tean Road with total crimes: 4
  • Mackenzie Crescent with total crimes: 3
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Cheadle South East?

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

  • Relative to Staffordshire Moorlands:

    • In 2024, Cheadle South East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 272 crimes compared to 273.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Cheadle South East witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 26 other areas in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

    • In 2023, Cheadle South East experienced a greater number of crimes than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 256 crimes compared to 242. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cheadle South East witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 26 other areas in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Staffordshire Moorlands, Cheadle South East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Cheadle South East Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Cheadle South East has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 7.30 ranking 11th out of 26 in the Staffordshire Moorlands, UK

In 2024, the total Cheadle South East crimes were 272. The crime rate of Cheadle South East in 2024 was 86.34 (year) or 7.20 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cheadle South East were around 256 crimes with yearly crime rate of 81.26 (year) or 6.77 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cheadle South East)CrimesRank (Cheadle South East)CrimesRank (Cheadle South East)
Biddulph East42 4614 3568 1
Leek North53 1683 1473 4
Leek East51 3642 2524 2
Leek South51 2520 4490 3
Biddulph West34 7508 5431 5
Caverswall36 5492 6384 7
Cheadle West33 8396 7403 6
Forsbrook34 6299 9334 8
Dane30 9363 8249 10
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

Cheadle South East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 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 (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 134 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.31 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20258
March 20256
February 20252
January 20255
December 20246
November 202412
October 202413
September 202410
August 202416
July 202419
June 202418
May 20248

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20242
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20249
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20246

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
November 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242
July 20245
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Cheadle South East in May 2025

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

1. Tean Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime1
2. Mackenzie Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
4. Baddeley Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Augustus Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Maple Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Well Street (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Plant Street (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Mansion Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Park Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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