Davenham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between property and violent crime in Davenham during June 2024 reveals a profile shaped by local demographics and seasonal rhythms. Violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, accounted for 46% of the 63 total incidents reported, far exceeding property crimes (9) and other categories combined. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences constitute 28% of all crimes. Davenham's overall crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents—47.6% below the UK average—suggests a community with relatively strong social cohesion or effective policing, though the high proportion of violent crime raises questions about local factors. The seasonal context of June, with longer daylight hours and the onset of tourism in nearby rural areas, may contribute to increased social interactions that could influence crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, while lower than the UK average, remain significant contributors to the local crime mix, reflecting the area's built-up character and community dynamics. The low prevalence of property crimes, such as burglary (1 incident) and vehicle crime (2 incidents), compared to the UK average, may indicate a combination of residential density and proactive community engagement. However, the absence of a clear seasonal spike in property crime—unlike in some coastal areas—suggests that local factors, such as Davenham's position within Cheshire West and Chester, play a more decisive role. This balance of crime types underscores the need for targeted interventions addressing interpersonal conflicts and public order, while maintaining the low base rate of property crime.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in Davenham's crime mix, with violent crimes dominating at 46% of total incidents. This stark contrast to property crimes, which accounted for just 14.3% (9 incidents), highlights a local dynamic where interpersonal conflicts appear to be a primary concern. The month-on-month data reveals sharp increases in vehicle crime (+100%) and burglary (+100%), both rising from zero to 2 and 1 incidents respectively. These spikes may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased travel or the start of summer holidays, though the low base numbers mean they remain minor contributors to the overall picture. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 13.3% (15 to 13 incidents), and drugs-related offences fell by 50% (2 to 1), potentially indicating the effectiveness of local initiatives or natural fluctuations. Violent crimes, however, remained significantly below the UK average for their category (28% lower), suggesting that while local incidents occur, they are less frequent than in other parts of the country. The 46% share of violent crimes in Davenham's total tally—compared to the UK average of 28%—raises questions about community-specific factors, such as population density or social services, that may influence this trend. For residents, the data underscores the importance of addressing violent crime through targeted outreach, while the minimal rise in property crime offers some reassurance about the area's overall safety profile.

Davenham's crime rate in June 2024 (4.3 per 1,000 residents) marked a 16.6% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.7 per 1,000, indicating a modest upward trend. This monthly change translates to approximately 2 crimes per day on average—a figure that, while seemingly low, represents a tangible presence in the area's daily life. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 234 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the population of 14,728, suggests a community where crime is infrequent but not absent. This monthly aggregate highlights the importance of proportionality: while Davenham remains significantly safer than the UK average (8.2 per 1,000), the 16.6% increase from May may warrant closer attention to emerging patterns. The daily crime count, though small in absolute terms, could be meaningful for residents, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or community events. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Davenham's crime profile, while low in volume, is concentrated in specific categories—primarily violent and anti-social crimes—which may reflect local social dynamics rather than broader systemic issues. These figures, when viewed alongside the UK context, illustrate both the area's resilience to crime and the need for sustained efforts to address the persistent presence of violent incidents.