Is Appleton - Warrington Safe?
Crime statistics for Appleton - Warrington. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 990 total crimes recorded in Appleton - Warrington
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Month-by-month crime totals for Appleton - Warrington — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Appleton - Warrington safe?
Appleton - Warrington has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. A total of 332 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 11% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Appleton - Warrington are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Appleton - Warrington in the last 12 months?
332 crimes were recorded in Appleton - Warrington in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 11% compared to the previous 12-month period (299 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 492 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Appleton - Warrington?
The most common crime in Appleton - Warrington is Violent Crime, with 492 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 148.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Appleton - Warrington increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Appleton - Warrington is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 11% — from 299 crimes in the previous 12 months to 332 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Appleton - Warrington?
Appleton - Warrington has a safety score of 51 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Appleton - Warrington compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Appleton - Warrington has a safety score of 51/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Appleton - Warrington is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Appleton - Warrington?
47.3% of crimes recorded in Appleton - Warrington resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Cheshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Appleton - Warrington?
492 violent crimes were recorded in Appleton - Warrington in the last 12 months — representing 148.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 99 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Appleton - Warrington last updated?
The crime data for Appleton - Warrington was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Appleton - Warrington with other areas?
You can compare Appleton - Warrington with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.