Frodsham Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Frodsham's overall crime rate in December 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 26.8% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This performance positions Frodsham as one of the safer built-up areas within Cheshire West and Chester. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.8% of all reported incidents (21 cases), followed by public order offences (16.7%, 8 cases) and other theft (10.4%, 5 cases). These figures reflect a seasonal pattern typical of December, when extended evenings and holiday-related activity may contribute to heightened reports of violent incidents and public disorder. Meanwhile, the area's relatively low property crime rate—only 10 incidents compared to 21 violent crimes—suggests a crime profile skewed towards interpersonal rather than property-focused offences. This contrast may be partly explained by Frodsham's character as a smaller, mixed-use built-up area with a blend of residential and commercial zones, where community cohesion and local policing efforts could play a role in mitigating property crime. However, the seasonality of the month, with its long nights and festive gatherings, likely amplifies the visibility of violent and public order incidents, even if underlying rates remain stable. The data also reveals an intriguing anomaly: while public order offences were 100% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour incidents fell by 66.7% compared to November, indicating a shift in local dynamics during the holiday period.

December 2024 witnessed stark swings in specific crime categories, with three types—drugs, possession of weapons, and vehicle crime—each surging 100% month-on-month. This spike in drugs-related offences, from zero to one incident, and the emergence of weapon possession cases (from zero to two) may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased social mixing during the festive period. Conversely, anti-social behaviour incidents dropped sharply by 66.7% (from 12 to 4), possibly reflecting a reduction in alcohol-fuelled incidents during the holiday season or a shift in reporting patterns. Public order offences in Frodsham were 100% above the UK average, with 0.9 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy could be tied to Frodsham's proximity to major transport routes or its role as a retail hub, where higher foot traffic during December may contribute to more incidents of public disorder. Meanwhile, violent crimes—though still the most common category—were 10% below the UK average (2.3 vs 2.6 per 1,000), suggesting a localised success in addressing aggression-related issues through community initiatives or police presence. The sharp increase in vehicle crime, from zero to one incident, may signal a temporary vulnerability in car security during the holiday period, when vehicles are more likely to be left unattended in public car parks.

Frodsham's December 2024 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents represents a 26.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.0 per 1,000, indicating a notable downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day in December—a figure that, while seemingly low, must be contextualised within the local population of 9,293 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 194 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to Frodsham's population. This statistic, however, should not be confused with daily crime frequencies, as the monthly aggregate provides a broader perspective on community safety. The 26.8% deficit compared to the UK average underscores Frodsham's relative security, though this must be balanced against the localised spikes in certain offence categories. For instance, while the area's violent crime rate is 10% below the UK average, the 100% surplus in public order offences highlights a unique challenge. This contrast may be explained by Frodsham's built-up nature, where higher concentrations of people in public spaces during December could amplify the visibility of disorderly conduct. Residents should note that the 1-in-194 monthly exposure rate, while low, does not account for unreported crimes or variations in police recording practices, which can influence perceived safety levels.