Is Penketh and Cuerdley Safe?
Crime statistics for Penketh and Cuerdley. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 233 total crimes recorded in Penketh and Cuerdley
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Penketh and Cuerdley — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Penketh and Cuerdley safe?
Penketh and Cuerdley has a CrimeRadar safety score of 64/100, rated Average. A total of 233 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 14% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Penketh and Cuerdley are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Penketh and Cuerdley in the last 12 months?
233 crimes were recorded in Penketh and Cuerdley 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% compared to the previous 12-month period (271 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 121 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Penketh and Cuerdley?
The most common crime in Penketh and Cuerdley is Violent Crime, with 121 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 51.9% 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 Penketh and Cuerdley increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Penketh and Cuerdley is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 14% — from 271 crimes in the previous 12 months to 233 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Penketh and Cuerdley?
Penketh and Cuerdley has a safety score of 64 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 Penketh and Cuerdley compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Penketh and Cuerdley has a safety score of 64/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 26/100. Penketh and Cuerdley 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 Penketh and Cuerdley?
18.2% of crimes recorded in Penketh and Cuerdley 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 Penketh and Cuerdley?
121 violent crimes were recorded in Penketh and Cuerdley in the last 12 months — representing 51.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 13 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 Penketh and Cuerdley last updated?
The crime data for Penketh and Cuerdley 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 Penketh and Cuerdley with other areas?
You can compare Penketh and Cuerdley 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.