Davenham Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Davenham's crime rate in July 2023 was 2.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester 65.1% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This stark deviation from national trends is most evident in the composition of crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 60.5% of the 43 total incidents reported. The area's profile diverges from the typical UK pattern, where property crimes often dominate, as Davenham's violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) was 35% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000) and criminal damage and arson (0.2 per 1,000) were also significantly below their respective UK averages, reinforcing the area's consistent underperformance in these categories. Seasonal context may play a role in this pattern, as July's peak summer conditions — with schools out and tourism in full swing — could influence crime dynamics. The absence of major festivals or events in Davenham compared to coastal towns might explain the lower incidence of theft from the person or public order offences typically associated with tourist-heavy areas. However, the dominance of violent crimes in the local profile suggests factors unique to the area, such as community demographics or local policing strategies, may be at play. The 26 violent crimes reported in July — including assaults and sexual offences — represent a substantial proportion of the total, though the rate remains markedly lower than the UK average. This contrast with national trends highlights the need for context-specific analysis, as the area's crime profile cannot be extrapolated from broader UK patterns.

July 2023 saw a notable shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes dominating the landscape at 60.5% of all incidents, significantly below the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000). This contrasts with the national trend where property crimes typically outpace violent offences. Among the month-on-month changes, possession of weapons and burglary both rose by 100% from zero to one incident each, while public order offences fell by 60% (from five to two). Anti-social behaviour also declined sharply, decreasing by 44.4% despite the area's generally low baseline. The category of criminal damage and arson saw a 50% increase, rising from two to three incidents, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 60.5% share of violent crimes — a figure that, while below UK levels, suggests a need for targeted community safety initiatives. The absence of property crimes in the month-on-month changes (only 6 total) highlights a stark contrast to the national profile, where property-related offences often constitute a larger proportion of crime statistics.

Davenham's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a 13.9% decrease from the previous month's 3.4 per 1,000. This represents a marked downward trend, with the area continuing to demonstrate a consistently low crime profile compared to national averages. On a daily basis, the town reported approximately one crime per day in July, a figure that aligns with the area's historical pattern of minimal criminal activity. When considering the population-scaled perspective, the monthly exposure metric reveals that over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 343 residents. This figure underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 14,728 people. The reduction in crime compared to June may reflect the seasonal rhythm of the area, with summer holidays and festivals potentially diverting attention from crime or fostering community engagement that deters illicit activity. However, the precise factors behind this decline remain speculative, as are established by the data.