Crime in Northwich Witton: statistics, rates and trends
514 crimes were recorded in Northwich Witton in the 12 months to July 2026, 100.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Northwich Witton at a glance
- Crime trends in Northwich Witton
- Types of crime in Northwich Witton
- Northwich Witton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Northwich Witton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Northwich Witton
- Population and deprivation in Northwich Witton
- Questions about crime in Northwich Witton
- About this data
514 crimes were recorded in Northwich Witton in the 12 months to July 2026, 100.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 256 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Northwich Witton has the 1,231st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Northwich Witton | Cheshire West and Chester | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 514 | 27,080 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 100.3 | 72.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,127 | 371,652 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Northwich Witton was highest in the year to July 2020 (824 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (478). Over the whole period it fell 31%, 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 | 514 | 100.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 509 | 99.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 489 | 95.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 478 | 93.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 657 | 128.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 783 | 152.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 824 | 160.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 717 | 139.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 743 | 144.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 53 |
| June 2026 | 64 |
| May 2026 | 55 |
| April 2026 | 48 |
| March 2026 | 35 |
| February 2026 | 36 |
| January 2026 | 32 |
| December 2025 | 37 |
| November 2025 | 35 |
| October 2025 | 41 |
| September 2025 | 37 |
| August 2025 | 41 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Northwich Witton 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. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, public order, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in public order (+24%) and violence and sexual offences (+22%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-25%) and anti-social behaviour (-24%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 256 | 49.9 | 1.46 | +22% |
| Public order | 57 | 11.1 | 1.67 | +24% |
| Shoplifting | 54 | 10.5 | 1.27 | -25% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 38 | 7.4 | 0.48 | -24% |
| Other theft | 32 | 6.2 | 0.98 | -11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 23 | 4.5 | 0.66 | -21% |
| Burglary | 19 | 3.7 | 1.05 | -5% |
| Other crime | 10 | 2.0 | 0.92 | +25% |
| Drugs | 8 | 1.6 | 0.48 | -43% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 1.2 | 1.21 | +0% |
| Robbery | 6 | 1.2 | 0.87 | +50% |
| Vehicle crime | 5 | 1.0 | 0.20 | -44% |
Violence and sexual offences in Northwich Witton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Northwich Witton recorded 256 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (49.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 49.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Northwich Witton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Northwich Witton recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 24% on the year before. It made up 11.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Northwich Witton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Northwich Witton recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 10.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Northwich Witton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Northwich Witton recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Northwich Witton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Northwich Witton recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Northwich Witton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Northwich Witton recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Northwich Witton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Northwich Witton recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Northwich Witton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Northwich Witton recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Northwich Witton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Northwich Witton recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Northwich Witton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Northwich Witton recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Northwich Witton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Northwich Witton recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Northwich Witton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Northwich Witton recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Northwich Witton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Northwich Witton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Northwich Witton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rudheath | 227 | 41.6 | -58% |
| Northwich Leftwich | 1,009 | 172.9 | +72% |
| Northwich Winnington & Castle | 479 | 52.6 | -47% |
| Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead | 398 | 34.7 | -65% |
| Hartford & Greenbank | 445 | 46.5 | -54% |
| Marbury | 423 | 37.0 | -63% |
| Shakerley | 278 | 45.1 | -55% |
| Winsford Wharton | 673 | 115.1 | +15% |
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 Northwich Witton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Pullman Drive | 59 |
| On or near Princes Avenue | 53 |
| On or near Franklin Mews | 39 |
| On or near Danefield Road | 35 |
| On or near Bowden Drive | 25 |
| On or near Salkeld Street | 15 |
| On or near Worthing Street | 15 |
| On or near Stanley Street | 15 |
| On or near Albert Place | 14 |
| On or near Greenall Road | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Northwich Witton 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 | 206 | 40.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 104 | 20.2% |
| Under investigation | 53 | 10.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 41 | 8.0% |
| Not recorded | 38 | 7.4% |
| Local resolution | 26 | 5.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 17 | 3.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 1.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 7 | 1.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 5 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.6% |
Northwich Witton has an estimated population of 5,127. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Northwich Witton sits in decile 3.1, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Northwich Witton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 56.8% |
| Social rented homes | 18.4% |
| Private rented homes | 24.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.1 |
Is Northwich Witton a safe place to live?
Northwich Witton recorded 100.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Northwich Witton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 256 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (57).
Is crime in Northwich Witton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Northwich Witton was almost unchanged on the year before: 514 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 509 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Northwich Witton?
Northwich Witton 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 Northwich Witton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.