Cheshire Constabulary

Is Kingsley and Gowy Safe?

Crime statistics for Kingsley and Gowy. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.

Last 24 months: June 2024 – May 2026 407 crimes
74 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

407 Crimes (last 24 months)
41.5% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓43.5% 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 24 months — 407 total crimes recorded in Kingsley and Gowy

Violent Crime
202 49.6%
Criminal Damage & Arson
52 12.8%
Other Theft
37 9.1%
Public Order
36 8.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
30 7.4%
Burglary
19 4.7%
Drugs
8 2%
Other Crime
7 1.7%
Possession of Weapons
7 1.7%
Vehicle Crime
4 1%
Shoplifting
3 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.2%
Robbery
1 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Kingsley and Gowy — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingsley and Gowy safe?

Kingsley and Gowy has a CrimeRadar safety score of 74/100, rated Safe. A total of 147 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 43.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Kingsley and Gowy is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Kingsley and Gowy in the last 12 months?

147 crimes were recorded in Kingsley and Gowy 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 43.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (260 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 202 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Kingsley and Gowy?

The most common crime in Kingsley and Gowy is Violent Crime, with 202 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 137.4% 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 Kingsley and Gowy increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Kingsley and Gowy is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 43.5% — from 260 crimes in the previous 12 months to 147 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Kingsley and Gowy?

Kingsley and Gowy has a safety score of 74 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 Kingsley and Gowy compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?

Kingsley and Gowy has a safety score of 74/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 26/100. Kingsley and Gowy 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 Kingsley and Gowy?

41.5% of crimes recorded in Kingsley and Gowy 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 Kingsley and Gowy?

202 violent crimes were recorded in Kingsley and Gowy in the last 12 months — representing 137.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 30 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 Kingsley and Gowy last updated?

The crime data for Kingsley and Gowy 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 Kingsley and Gowy with other areas?

You can compare Kingsley and Gowy 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: May 2026.