Frodsham Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Frodsham's crime rate in March 2023 was 9.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.3% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This elevated rate was driven by anti-social behaviour (21 cases, 22.8% of all crimes) and criminal damage and arson (18 cases, 19.6% of all crimes), both of which exceeded national benchmarks by over 100%. Violence and sexual offences (24 cases, 26.1% of all crimes) were the most common category, though their rate (2.6 per 1,000) was slightly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The seasonal context of March—a transition to spring with longer evenings—may have contributed to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, which often increases with social activity and extended daylight hours. Frodsham's built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester likely influences these patterns, with local factors such as community density and public spaces potentially amplifying incidents of disorder. Other notable categories included other theft (7 cases, 36% above UK average) and burglary (6 cases, 112% above UK average), indicating a broader property crime concern. In contrast, shoplifting and vehicle crime were below UK averages, reflecting Frodsham's specific retail and traffic dynamics. The overall crime mix suggests a need for targeted interventions in anti-social behaviour and property damage, while the relatively lower rates of vehicle crime and shoplifting may point to local safeguards or differences in economic activity.

March 2023 saw anti-social behaviour at 21 cases (2.3 per 1,000), a figure 121% above the UK average of 1.0 per 1,000. This category dominated the crime mix, accounting for 22.8% of all reported incidents. Criminal damage and arson also stood out, with 18 cases (1.9 per 1,000)—217% above the UK rate of 0.6 per 1,000. These two categories combined for nearly 42% of all crimes, suggesting a shift in the crime profile compared to previous months. In contrast, vehicle crime was 38% below the UK average, with only three reported cases. This disparity may reflect Frodsham's built-up area characteristics, where anti-social behaviour and property damage are more prevalent than vehicle-related offences. Residents may find the 21 anti-social behaviour cases particularly notable, as this category far exceeds national benchmarks.

Frodsham's crime rate in March 2023 (9.9 per 1,000 residents) places it significantly above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 101 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. Daily crime statistics show an average of three crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the proportion of the population affected. This rate is higher than the UK average when scaled to Frodsham's specific demographics. The monthly exposure metric illustrates that, for every 100 residents, slightly over one crime was recorded—contextualising the impact on local communities. While daily crime counts are not directly comparable to national figures, the localised perspective offers insight into how crime affects Frodsham's built-up area specifically.