Is Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 444 total crimes recorded in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural
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Month-by-month crime totals for Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural safe?
Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 48/100, rated Average. A total of 444 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 35.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural in the last 12 months?
444 crimes were recorded in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural 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 35.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (689 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 221 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural?
The most common crime in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural is Violent Crime, with 221 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 49.8% 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 Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 35.6% — from 689 crimes in the previous 12 months to 444 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural?
Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural has a safety score of 48 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 Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural has a safety score of 48/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 26/100. Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural 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 Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural?
50% of crimes recorded in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural 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 Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural?
221 violent crimes were recorded in Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural in the last 12 months — representing 49.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 41 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 Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural last updated?
The crime data for Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural 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 Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural with other areas?
You can compare Sandbach Elworth and Brereton Rural 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.