Crime Rate in Cheadle West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cheadle West

The total recorded crimes in Cheadle West, Staffordshire Moorlands, UK in March 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cheadle West crime rate of 7.17 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 West, encompassing approximately 4,739 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Cheadle West Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Terrace with total crimes: 5
  • Watt Place with total crimes: 3
  • Oak Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Cheadle West?

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

  • Relative to Staffordshire Moorlands:

    • In 2024, Cheadle West reported a higher crime volume than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 396 crimes compared to 273. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Cheadle West witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 26 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cheadle West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Staffordshire Moorlands average, with 403 crimes compared to 242. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cheadle West witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 26 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Cheadle West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cheadle West has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 7.17 ranking 8th out of 26 in the Staffordshire Moorlands, UK

In 2024, the total Cheadle West crimes were 396. The crime rate of Cheadle West in 2024 was 83.55 (year) or 6.96 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cheadle West were around 403 crimes with yearly crime rate of 85.03 (year) or 7.09 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Staffordshire Moorlands)CrimesRank (Staffordshire Moorlands)CrimesRank (Staffordshire Moorlands)
Biddulph East52 3614 3568 1
Leek North59 2683 1473 4
Caverswall66 1492 6384 7
Leek East44 4642 2524 2
Leek South36 7520 4490 3
Biddulph West37 6508 5431 5
Forsbrook39 5299 9334 8
Dane15 16363 8249 10
Cheadle South East15 17272 10256 9
Hamps Valley27 9210 14222 12
Cheadle North East25 10230 12228 11
Checkley23 12261 11199 14
Cellarhead23 11216 13118 22
Leek West7 24197 16215 13
Biddulph North20 13168 17150 18
Brown Edge and Endon19 14199 15169 16
Cheddleton11 18152 19190 15
Werrington18 15108 2399 24
Biddulph South10 19127 21156 17
Horton9 21153 18150 19
Alton7 23138 20133 20
Bagnall and Stanley10 20106 24130 21
Churnet8 22119 22100 23
Biddulph Moor6 2652 2669 25
Ipstones2 2788 2549 26
Manifold7 2548 2744 27

Cheadle West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Other theft 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 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 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 (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 185 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.42 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202514
January 202513
December 202415
November 202416
October 202413
September 202411
August 202414
July 202419
June 202418
May 202413
April 202423

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20248

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 48 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 20249
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
August 20242
May 20243

A total of 29 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20247
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
October 20244
September 20243
August 20241
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 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 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Cheadle West in March 2025

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

1. The Terrace (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Watt Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Oak Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Charles Street (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
5. Draycott Cross Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Attlee Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Chapel Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bank Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Leek Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Shopping Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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