Cheshire Constabulary

Is Hatton, Stretton and Walton Safe?

Crime statistics for Hatton, Stretton and Walton. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 12 months: April 2025 – March 2026 341 crimes
60 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

341 Crimes (last 12 months)
15.8% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓15% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 341 total crimes recorded in Hatton, Stretton and Walton

Drugs
90 26.4%
Violent Crime
80 23.5%
Other Theft
43 12.6%
Theft from Person
42 12.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
23 6.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
13 3.8%
Vehicle Crime
12 3.5%
Burglary
10 2.9%
Public Order
10 2.9%
Other Crime
7 2.1%
Shoplifting
7 2.1%
Possession of Weapons
3 0.9%
Robbery
1 0.3%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Hatton, Stretton and Walton — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hatton, Stretton and Walton safe?

Hatton, Stretton and Walton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 60/100, rated Average. A total of 341 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 15% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Hatton, Stretton and Walton are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Hatton, Stretton and Walton in the last 12 months?

341 crimes were recorded in Hatton, Stretton and Walton 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 15% compared to the previous 12-month period (401 crimes). The most common category was Drugs, with 90 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Hatton, Stretton and Walton?

The most common crime in Hatton, Stretton and Walton is Drugs, with 90 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 26.4% 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 Hatton, Stretton and Walton increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Hatton, Stretton and Walton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15% — from 401 crimes in the previous 12 months to 341 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Hatton, Stretton and Walton?

Hatton, Stretton and Walton has a safety score of 60 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 Hatton, Stretton and Walton compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?

Hatton, Stretton and Walton has a safety score of 60/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Hatton, Stretton and Walton 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 Hatton, Stretton and Walton?

15.8% of crimes recorded in Hatton, Stretton and Walton 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 Hatton, Stretton and Walton?

80 violent crimes were recorded in Hatton, Stretton and Walton in the last 12 months — representing 23.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 23 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 Hatton, Stretton and Walton last updated?

The crime data for Hatton, Stretton and Walton 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 Hatton, Stretton and Walton with other areas?

You can compare Hatton, Stretton and Walton 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: March 2026.