Crewe and Nantwich MP Edward Timpson has welcomed new figures which show crime has fallen in Cheshire over the last 12 months.
Latest statistics from the Office for National Statistics show that since 2010, recorded crime in Cheshire has fallen by 16%.
Figures for the period from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013 show that overall total crime is down by 3.3%.
There have been reductions in violent crime, robbery, criminal damage, arson and vehicle offences. Increases have been recorded in burglary and theft from the person.
Mr Timpson said: “It is great news that crime has fallen in Cheshire.
“Local police officers in Crewe and Nantwich can be rightly proud of their success in cutting crime.
“The Government has cut police red tape and given them one simple target: cut crime. And that’s what they are doing.
“This means people are safer on the streets, at home, and at work – helping to build better communities in Crewe and Nantwich.”
Assistant Chief Constable Janette McCormick said: “Although overall recorded crime continues to fall across the county, Cheshire Police is not complacent and is committed to tackling all crime.
“Working with our partners we have focused on reducing crime and anti-social behaviour often driven by alcohol that can be linked to our town centres.
“It is therefore positive to see that violent crime has fallen, and is testament to the hard work undertaken by officers in tackling this type of crime.
“Crime of this nature will not be tolerated and the Force remains committed to tackling all forms of violent crime, especially domestic abuse.
“Theft from the person continues to be a concern, with an increase in the theft of expensive items such as iPods, iPads, mobile phones and laptops.”
John Dwyer, Police & Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, added: “I am pleased to see the Constabulary continues to rise to the challenges I have set, crime continues to fall and some great work is being done by the Force.”
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