Frodsham Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Frodsham’s crime rate in December 2023 stood at 6.1 per 1,000, 15.3% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal factors, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile. These incidents accounted for 49.1% of all reported crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The high rate of violent crime may be linked to Frodsham’s built-up area status, where social interactions in public spaces, combined with the dark evenings of winter, could create conditions conducive to such offences. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, contributing 10.5% of all crimes, though this rate was 25% below the UK average. This discrepancy could indicate effective community policing efforts or lower levels of transient populations in Frodsham compared to more densely populated urban areas. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, party season, and reduced daylight—likely influenced the crime mix, with increased foot traffic in retail areas contributing to both higher rates of violent incidents and lower rates of shoplifting, as seen in the 42.9% decrease in this category. The overall crime rate, while slightly higher than the previous month, remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that Frodsham’s built-up area status may not correlate with the higher crime rates typically associated with larger urban centres. These patterns highlight the importance of contextual factors in shaping local crime profiles, with Frodsham’s unique blend of residential and commercial spaces playing a key role in determining its crime dynamics.

The most dramatic shift in December 2023 was the 400% increase in 'other theft', rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This spike, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 66.7% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 3 to 1. The category’s sharp rise may reflect seasonal demand for stolen goods during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for nearly half (49.1%) of all incidents, a rate 15% above the UK average. This imbalance likely reflects Frodsham’s characteristics as a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where late-night activity may contribute to higher rates of violent crime. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 42.9%, due to increased police presence in retail zones or changes in consumer behaviour during the holiday season. These shifts illustrate how local crime patterns can fluctuate in response to both immediate factors and broader seasonal trends.

Frodsham’s crime rate in December 2023 rose by 26.7% compared to November’s 4.8 per 1,000, reaching 6.1 per 1,000. This increase, though notable, still places the area 15.3% below the UK average. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported per day in December, a figure that may reflect seasonal patterns such as the Christmas shopping rush and increased social gatherings. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 163 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relative safety of Frodsham compared to larger urban centres. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, offering a tangible sense of risk in a local context. The population of 9,293 means that the impact of each crime is distributed across a relatively small community, which may contribute to heightened awareness of local crime trends. The shift from November to December also aligns with typical seasonal fluctuations, where increased foot traffic in retail areas and extended evenings could influence crime dynamics.