Davenham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Davenham recorded 46 crimes across its population of 14,728 residents, translating to a crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 — a figure that is 57.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects a pattern of sustained safety that has defined the built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester for years. The most common category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 19 incidents (41.3% of total reports), followed by public order offences (9 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (6 incidents). While violent crime remains a concern, its rate is 49% below the UK average for this category, suggesting that local factors such as community engagement or policing strategies may be contributing to this gap. Seasonal dynamics in November — including darker evenings, Bonfire Night celebrations, and the early stages of Black Friday shopping — likely influenced patterns in public order and shoplifting, though the latter category saw a 50% reduction compared to October. The area's crime profile also shows marked differences from national trends in specific categories: anti-social behaviour, criminal damage, and shoplifting all occur at rates significantly below UK averages, while public order offences are 28% higher than the national figure. This mix of above- and below-average performance highlights the combination of local characteristics, such as the area's rural-urban balance, and national crime trends. The low overall rate, combined with the absence of major spikes in any single category, suggests a stable environment where crime remains a manageable concern for residents, even as seasonal factors continue to shape patterns.

November 2025 saw a notable 50% increase in public order offences, rising from six to nine incidents — a shift that may reflect heightened activity during Bonfire Night events or Black Friday shopping. Bicycle theft, though still low, doubled from zero to one incident, marking a 100% month-on-month increase that could signal seasonal patterns or targeted vulnerabilities in local cycling infrastructure. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 50% to three incidents, a decline consistent with reduced retail footfall during November's quieter shopping period compared to the previous month. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, but their rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents placed them 49% below the UK average for this category, highlighting a persistent gap between Davenham's safety profile and national trends. For residents, the 50% reduction in shoplifting may offer practical reassurance during holiday shopping, though the rise in public order offences suggests vigilance in communal spaces.

Davenham's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a 28.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.4 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the area's historically low crime profile, which has consistently positioned it well below national averages. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that underscores the relatively quiet nature of local crime dynamics. When scaled to the population of 14,728, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 320 residents — a ratio that places Davenham in stark contrast to the UK's broader crime picture, where the average resident faces significantly higher exposure. This low frequency, combined with the absence of major spikes in any single crime category, suggests a stable environment where community-focused policing and local initiatives may be contributing to sustained reductions in criminal activity.