Crime in Biddulph: statistics, rates and trends
1,288 crimes were recorded in Biddulph in the 12 months to July 2026, 78.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Biddulph at a glance
- Crime trends in Biddulph
- Types of crime in Biddulph
- Biddulph compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Biddulph
- Streets with the most crime in Biddulph
- What happened after crimes were reported in Biddulph
- Population and deprivation in Biddulph
- Questions about crime in Biddulph
- About this data
1,288 crimes were recorded in Biddulph in the 12 months to July 2026, 78.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 505 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Biddulph has the 645th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Biddulph | Staffordshire Moorlands | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,288 | 6,517 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 78.3 | 67.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 16,449 | 96,651 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Biddulph was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,342 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (1,015). Over the whole period it rose 10%, 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 | 1,288 | 78.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,314 | 79.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,140 | 69.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,342 | 81.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,178 | 71.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,015 | 61.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,022 | 62.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,204 | 73.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,169 | 71.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 151 |
| June 2026 | 122 |
| May 2026 | 138 |
| April 2026 | 79 |
| March 2026 | 114 |
| February 2026 | 84 |
| January 2026 | 108 |
| December 2025 | 81 |
| November 2025 | 78 |
| October 2025 | 106 |
| September 2025 | 128 |
| August 2025 | 99 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Biddulph 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 possession of weapons.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+39%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-36%) and public order (-28%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 505 | 30.7 | 0.90 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 298 | 18.1 | 1.18 | +39% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 126 | 7.7 | 1.13 | +4% |
| Public order | 87 | 5.3 | 0.80 | -28% |
| Other theft | 49 | 3.0 | 0.47 | -8% |
| Burglary | 48 | 2.9 | 0.83 | -2% |
| Vehicle crime | 46 | 2.8 | 0.57 | -12% |
| Shoplifting | 41 | 2.5 | 0.30 | -36% |
| Other crime | 29 | 1.8 | 0.83 | +93% |
| Possession of weapons | 21 | 1.3 | 1.31 | +91% |
| Drugs | 18 | 1.1 | 0.33 | +6% |
| Robbery | 16 | 1.0 | 0.72 | +129% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.2 | 0.30 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Biddulph
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Biddulph recorded 505 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (30.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 39.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Biddulph
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Biddulph recorded 298 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 23.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Biddulph
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Biddulph recorded 126 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Biddulph
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Biddulph recorded 87 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Biddulph
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Biddulph recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Biddulph
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Biddulph recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Biddulph
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Biddulph recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Biddulph
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Biddulph recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Biddulph
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Biddulph recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 93% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Biddulph
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Biddulph recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 91% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Biddulph
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Biddulph recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Biddulph
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Biddulph recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 129% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Biddulph
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Biddulph recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Biddulph, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Biddulph.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Biddulph |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kidsgrove | 1,377 | 88.4 | +13% |
| Congleton | 2,329 | 70.1 | -11% |
| Alsager | 949 | 58.7 | -25% |
| Leek | 1,714 | 92.3 | +18% |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 37,321 | 138.9 | +77% |
| Werrington | 381 | 59.5 | -24% |
| Newcastle-under-Lyme | 8,214 | 103.5 | +32% |
| Sandbach | 893 | 67.7 | -14% |
4 areas within Biddulph, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Biddulph West had the highest rate (108.8 per 1,000) and Biddulph North the lowest (30.9). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddulph West | Neighbourhood | 5,019 | 546 | 108.8 |
| Biddulph East | Neighbourhood | 6,171 | 515 | 83.5 |
| Biddulph South | Neighbourhood | 1,631 | 116 | 71.1 |
| Biddulph North | Neighbourhood | 5,413 | 167 | 30.9 |
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 Biddulph over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Meadows Way | 101 |
| On or near Cross Street | 62 |
| On or near Crossfield Avenue | 40 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 40 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 37 |
| On or near Childerplay Road | 23 |
| On or near John Street | 22 |
| On or near Villa Close | 22 |
| On or near Kingsfield Crescent | 21 |
| On or near Police Station | 21 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Biddulph 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 | 407 | 31.6% |
| Not recorded | 298 | 23.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 210 | 16.3% |
| Under investigation | 186 | 14.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 49 | 3.8% |
| Local resolution | 46 | 3.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 34 | 2.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 30 | 2.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 20 | 1.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Biddulph has an estimated population of 16,449. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Biddulph sits in decile 6.3, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Biddulph |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.7% |
| Social rented homes | 12.5% |
| Private rented homes | 12.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.3 |
Is Biddulph a safe place to live?
Biddulph recorded 78.3 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 Biddulph?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 505 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (298).
Is crime in Biddulph going up or down?
Recorded crime in Biddulph was down 2% on the year before: 1,288 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,314 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Biddulph?
Biddulph is policed by Staffordshire. 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 Biddulph. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.