Davenham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Davenham’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure 62.5% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends highlights the area’s relatively secure environment, though the data reveals a complex picture shaped by seasonal and local factors. Violent crimes dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 61.1% of all reported incidents (22 cases), significantly lower than the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000 for the same category. Public order offences (4 cases) and criminal damage and arson (2 cases) followed, both well below UK benchmarks. The dominance of violent crime over property crime—despite the latter’s relatively low numbers—suggests a different dynamic at play compared to urban centres where property crime often dominates. February, a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the subdued levels of theft and vehicle crime, which are typically more prevalent in warmer months or during periods of high foot traffic. However, the high proportion of violent crime could reflect local patterns, such as the area’s demographics or the presence of specific community hubs that may influence interactions. While direct causation, the seasonal context of reduced outdoor activity and potential for indoor gatherings may have influenced the types of incidents reported. This snapshot underscores the importance of contextualising crime statistics within both national trends and local conditions.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with increases in criminal damage and arson (+100%), public order offences (+100%), and other theft (+100%) compared to January. These rises, though small in absolute terms, suggest emerging pressures or specific incidents that may have drawn attention from local authorities. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 75% (from 4 to 1 cases), and other crime dropped by 66.7%, indicating possible successes in community-focused initiatives or temporary deterrents. The violent crime category, which accounted for 61.1% of all incidents, remained significantly below the UK average for this type of offence (2.3 per 1,000), a gap of 35%. This divergence from the national picture may reflect Davenham’s character as a built-up area within a rural district, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to lower rates of violent conflict. Residents might find the 1-in-409 monthly exposure rate (one crime per 409 residents over the month) a useful metric for understanding local risk levels, though this figure should be contextualised against the broader UK context. The absence of significant property crime increases—despite the winter season—further reinforces the area’s distinct profile compared to other parts of the country where retail and vehicle crime often surge during festive periods.

Davenham’s February 2026 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 10.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.7 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend in local crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. When scaled to the local population of 14,728, this translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 409 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Davenham’s crime profile is safer than the UK average, with violent crime, public order offences, and criminal damage all falling far below national benchmarks. This contrast becomes even more pronounced when considering that the UK average includes densely populated urban centres where crime rates are typically higher. For residents, the 1-in-409 monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk, though this figure does not account for variations in individual circumstances or localised incidents. The decline in the overall rate, coupled with the area’s consistent underperformance relative to the UK average, suggests that Davenham’s unique socio-economic and geographical characteristics—such as its status as a built-up area within a rural district—play a significant role in shaping its crime dynamics.