Crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester: statistics, rates and trends
515 crimes were recorded in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester at a glance
- Crime trends in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
- Types of crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
- Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
- What happened after crimes were reported in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
- Population and deprivation in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
- Questions about crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
- About this data
515 crimes were recorded in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 222 reports (43% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester has the 2,783rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester | Cheshire West and Chester | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 515 | 27,080 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 55.9 | 72.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -10% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 9,208 | 371,652 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester was highest in the year to July 2023 (759 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (515). Over the whole period it fell 19%, 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 | 515 | 55.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 571 | 62.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 530 | 57.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 759 | 82.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 676 | 73.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 723 | 78.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 677 | 73.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 663 | 72.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 637 | 69.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 43 |
| June 2026 | 41 |
| May 2026 | 35 |
| April 2026 | 46 |
| March 2026 | 50 |
| February 2026 | 46 |
| January 2026 | 29 |
| December 2025 | 43 |
| November 2025 | 54 |
| October 2025 | 45 |
| September 2025 | 36 |
| August 2025 | 47 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester 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 falls were in shoplifting (-44%) and other theft (-32%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 222 | 24.1 | 0.70 | +6% |
| Public order | 74 | 8.0 | 1.21 | -6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 72 | 7.8 | 0.51 | -25% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 41 | 4.5 | 0.66 | -7% |
| Other theft | 25 | 2.7 | 0.42 | -32% |
| Shoplifting | 19 | 2.1 | 0.25 | -44% |
| Burglary | 18 | 2.0 | 0.55 | +12% |
| Other crime | 14 | 1.5 | 0.72 | -22% |
| Vehicle crime | 12 | 1.3 | 0.26 | -25% |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 1.0 | 1.01 | +125% |
| Drugs | 7 | 0.8 | 0.23 | -42% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.13 | +0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 222 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 43.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 74 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 14.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 14.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 41 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 7% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 125% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester 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 75% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsby | 195 | 36.1 | -35% |
| Sandstone | 87 | 22.5 | -60% |
| Weaver & Cuddington | 704 | 38.0 | -32% |
| Gowy Rural | 433 | 43.0 | -23% |
| Tarvin & Kelsall | 231 | 25.9 | -54% |
| Wolverham | 1,131 | 249.9 | +347% |
| Marbury | 423 | 37.0 | -34% |
| Westminster | 879 | 127.5 | +128% |
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 Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Coronation Drive | 39 |
| On or near A56 | 26 |
| On or near Bellemonte Road | 22 |
| On or near Church Street | 18 |
| On or near Nightclub | 18 |
| On or near Overton Close | 17 |
| On or near Parking Area | 17 |
| On or near Riversdale | 17 |
| On or near Martin Road | 14 |
| On or near Millbank Court | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester 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 | 220 | 42.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 109 | 21.2% |
| Not recorded | 72 | 14.0% |
| Under investigation | 41 | 8.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 26 | 5.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 21 | 4.1% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 1.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 1.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.8% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.4% |
Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester has an estimated population of 9,208. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester sits in decile 7.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 77.6% |
| Social rented homes | 10.4% |
| Private rented homes | 11.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.6 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 14.3% |
Is Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester a safe place to live?
Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester recorded 55.9 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 Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 222 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (74).
Is crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester going up or down?
Recorded crime in Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester was down 10% on the year before: 515 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 571 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester?
Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester 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 Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.