Is Ditton and Hale Safe?
Crime statistics for Ditton and Hale. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 545 total crimes recorded in Ditton and Hale
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Ditton and Hale — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ditton and Hale safe?
Ditton and Hale has a CrimeRadar safety score of 35/100, rated Below Average. A total of 545 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 14.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Ditton and Hale are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Ditton and Hale in the last 12 months?
545 crimes were recorded in Ditton and Hale 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 14.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (638 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 255 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Ditton and Hale?
The most common crime in Ditton and Hale is Violent Crime, with 255 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 46.8% 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 Ditton and Hale increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Ditton and Hale is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 14.6% — from 638 crimes in the previous 12 months to 545 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Ditton and Hale?
Ditton and Hale has a safety score of 35 out of 100 (Below 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 Ditton and Hale compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Ditton and Hale has a safety score of 35/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Ditton and Hale 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 Ditton and Hale?
50% of crimes recorded in Ditton and Hale 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 Ditton and Hale?
255 violent crimes were recorded in Ditton and Hale in the last 12 months — representing 46.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 39 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 Ditton and Hale last updated?
The crime data for Ditton and Hale 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 Ditton and Hale with other areas?
You can compare Ditton and Hale 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.