Is Gawsworth and Chelford Safe?
Crime statistics for Gawsworth and Chelford. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 211 total crimes recorded in Gawsworth and Chelford
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Gawsworth and Chelford — last 12 months
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Compare Gawsworth and Chelford With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gawsworth and Chelford safe?
Gawsworth and Chelford has a CrimeRadar safety score of 79/100, rated Safe. A total of 211 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 29.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Gawsworth and Chelford is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Gawsworth and Chelford in the last 12 months?
211 crimes were recorded in Gawsworth and Chelford 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 29.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (298 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 93 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Gawsworth and Chelford?
The most common crime in Gawsworth and Chelford is Violent Crime, with 93 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.1% 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 Gawsworth and Chelford increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Gawsworth and Chelford is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 29.2% — from 298 crimes in the previous 12 months to 211 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Gawsworth and Chelford?
Gawsworth and Chelford has a safety score of 79 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Gawsworth and Chelford compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Gawsworth and Chelford has a safety score of 79/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 26/100. Gawsworth and Chelford 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 Gawsworth and Chelford?
100% of crimes recorded in Gawsworth and Chelford 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 Gawsworth and Chelford?
93 violent crimes were recorded in Gawsworth and Chelford in the last 12 months — representing 44.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 22 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 Gawsworth and Chelford last updated?
The crime data for Gawsworth and Chelford was last updated in May 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 Gawsworth and Chelford with other areas?
You can compare Gawsworth and Chelford 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.