Is Congleton West and Town Centre Safe?
Crime statistics for Congleton West and Town Centre. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,286 total crimes recorded in Congleton West and Town Centre
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Congleton West and Town Centre — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Congleton West and Town Centre safe?
Congleton West and Town Centre has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,286 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 8.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Congleton West and Town Centre are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Congleton West and Town Centre in the last 12 months?
1,286 crimes were recorded in Congleton West and Town Centre in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 8.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,408 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 604 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Congleton West and Town Centre?
The most common crime in Congleton West and Town Centre is Violent Crime, with 604 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 47% 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 Congleton West and Town Centre increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Congleton West and Town Centre is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.7% — from 1,408 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,286 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Congleton West and Town Centre?
Congleton West and Town Centre has a safety score of 10 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Congleton West and Town Centre compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Congleton West and Town Centre has a safety score of 10/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Congleton West and Town Centre is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Congleton West and Town Centre?
29% of crimes recorded in Congleton West and Town Centre 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 Congleton West and Town Centre?
604 violent crimes were recorded in Congleton West and Town Centre in the last 12 months — representing 47% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 98 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 Congleton West and Town Centre last updated?
The crime data for Congleton West and Town Centre 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 Congleton West and Town Centre with other areas?
You can compare Congleton West and Town Centre 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.