Crime in Gowy Rural: statistics, rates and trends
433 crimes were recorded in Gowy Rural in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Gowy Rural at a glance
- Crime trends in Gowy Rural
- Types of crime in Gowy Rural
- Gowy Rural compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Gowy Rural
- What happened after crimes were reported in Gowy Rural
- Population and deprivation in Gowy Rural
- Questions about crime in Gowy Rural
- About this data
433 crimes were recorded in Gowy Rural in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 185 reports (43% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Gowy Rural has the 3,337th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Gowy Rural | Cheshire West and Chester | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 433 | 27,080 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 43.0 | 72.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 10,071 | 371,652 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Gowy Rural was highest in the year to July 2018 (690 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (428). Over the whole period it fell 37%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 433 | 43.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 455 | 45.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 428 | 42.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 499 | 49.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 524 | 52.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 685 | 68.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 559 | 55.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 626 | 62.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 690 | 68.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 39 |
| June 2026 | 31 |
| May 2026 | 28 |
| April 2026 | 36 |
| March 2026 | 37 |
| February 2026 | 29 |
| January 2026 | 24 |
| December 2025 | 54 |
| November 2025 | 46 |
| October 2025 | 40 |
| September 2025 | 34 |
| August 2025 | 35 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Gowy Rural over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in other theft (+39%).
The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-45%) and anti-social behaviour (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 185 | 18.4 | 0.54 | +1% |
| Public order | 55 | 5.5 | 0.82 | -14% |
| Other theft | 43 | 4.3 | 0.67 | +39% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 39 | 3.9 | 0.25 | -26% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 30 | 3.0 | 0.44 | -45% |
| Drugs | 20 | 2.0 | 0.61 | +100% |
| Burglary | 19 | 1.9 | 0.53 | -17% |
| Shoplifting | 14 | 1.4 | 0.17 | +100% |
| Vehicle crime | 11 | 1.1 | 0.22 | -21% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.9 | 0.42 | +29% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.6 | 0.61 | +20% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.12 | n/a |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Gowy Rural
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Gowy Rural recorded 185 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 42.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Gowy Rural
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Gowy Rural recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 12.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Gowy Rural
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Gowy Rural recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Gowy Rural
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Gowy Rural recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Gowy Rural
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Gowy Rural recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 45% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Gowy Rural
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Gowy Rural recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Gowy Rural
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Gowy Rural recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Gowy Rural
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Gowy Rural recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Gowy Rural
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Gowy Rural recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Gowy Rural
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Gowy Rural recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Gowy Rural
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Gowy Rural recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Gowy Rural
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Gowy Rural recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Gowy Rural
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Gowy Rural recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Gowy Rural, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Gowy Rural.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Gowy Rural |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsby | 195 | 36.1 | -16% |
| Upton | 1,191 | 93.5 | +117% |
| Newton & Hoole | 857 | 54.8 | +27% |
| Wolverham | 1,131 | 249.9 | +481% |
| Whitby Groves | 328 | 75.3 | +75% |
| Great Boughton | 511 | 42.2 | -2% |
| Whitby Park | 443 | 76.9 | +79% |
| Chester City & the Garden Quarter | 4,576 | 232.4 | +441% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Gowy Rural over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 31 |
| On or near The Street | 23 |
| On or near Station Close | 17 |
| On or near Ince Lane | 16 |
| On or near Meadow View | 16 |
| On or near Motorway Service Area | 16 |
| On or near Bunbury Close | 13 |
| On or near Lawnswood Grove | 13 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 12 |
| On or near A5117 | 11 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Gowy Rural over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 170 | 39.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 98 | 22.6% |
| Not recorded | 39 | 9.0% |
| Under investigation | 38 | 8.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 20 | 4.6% |
| Local resolution | 19 | 4.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 3.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 14 | 3.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 2.5% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
Gowy Rural has an estimated population of 10,071. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Gowy Rural sits in decile 6.4, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Gowy Rural |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 81.4% |
| Social rented homes | 7.6% |
| Private rented homes | 11.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.4 |
Is Gowy Rural a safe place to live?
Gowy Rural recorded 43.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Gowy Rural?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 185 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (55).
Is crime in Gowy Rural going up or down?
Recorded crime in Gowy Rural was down 5% on the year before: 433 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 455 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Gowy Rural?
Gowy Rural is policed by Cheshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Gowy Rural. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.