Davenham Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Davenham's February 2024 crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents places it 56.3% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting a stark contrast to national trends. This built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester records significantly lower levels of property crime compared to the UK, with burglary and vehicle crime both 67% and 77% below national averages respectively. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 43.5% of all reported incidents—though this category remains 44% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (15.2% of crimes) and public order offences (10.9%) also feature prominently, suggesting patterns linked to local social dynamics rather than high-risk environments. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the relatively lower property crime rates, as retail and leisure activity typically drive such offences. However, the persistence of violence-related crimes, even at reduced levels compared to the UK, raises questions about local factors such as community engagement or policing priorities. The overall crime picture illustrates a safer environment than the national average, though specific categories like drugs offences (43% above UK rates) indicate areas requiring targeted attention.

February 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 100% to seven incidents—a jump from zero the previous month. This aligns with seasonal dynamics, as colder weather and reduced daylight hours may intensify indoor gatherings and disputes. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, with one reported incident—a 100% increase from zero in January—potentially reflecting changes in parking patterns or unseasonal vehicle movements. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 16.7% (from 24 to 20 cases), linked to the pre-spring lull in social activity. The drugs category stood out as 43% above the UK average (0.2 vs 0.3 per 1,000), indicating a localised issue that warrants closer scrutiny. While property crime remains low, the absence of shoplifting and burglary compared to the UK average suggests a unique profile for Davenham, influenced by its smaller size or community characteristics. These shifts underscore the need for context-specific analysis rather than broad generalisations.

Davenham's crime rate increased by 12.2% from 2.8 per 1,000 in January to 3.1 per 1,000 in February, though it remains significantly below the UK average. Over the course of the month, 46 crimes were reported, equating to roughly two crimes per day—a figure that, while low, reflects the area's smaller population of 14,728 residents. On a monthly basis, this translates to one reported crime for every 320 residents, a statistic that contextualises the rarity of incidents in daily life. Compared to the UK's average of 7.1 per 1,000, Davenham's rate is exceptionally low, suggesting a combination of effective local policing, community cohesion, or environmental factors that deter crime. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that residents face a far lower risk of victimisation than the national average, though the slight upward trend from January highlights the need for ongoing monitoring. These figures illustrate a community where crime is infrequent but not absent, with the challenge lying in addressing specific categories like drugs offences that buck the overall trend.