Frodsham Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Frodsham's crime profile in February 2024 reveals a striking contrast between property and violent crime trends, with property-related offences dominating the monthly tally. The overall crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents, 42.3% below the UK average, underscores the area's consistent performance in maintaining public safety. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29% of all crimes, yet this category remains 52% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of local policing effectiveness and community characteristics that mitigate severe incidents. Shoplifting, the second most common crime, rose to 18.4% of total offences—48% above the UK average—highlighting a potential vulnerability in retail environments, particularly during the winter lull when foot traffic may be concentrated in fewer locations. Public order offences also surged to 18.4% of total crimes, 63% above the national average, possibly reflecting temporary spikes in community gatherings or events. Seasonal factors likely play a role, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may reduce opportunities for some crimes while concentrating others in specific areas. The area's built-up nature within Cheshire West and Chester, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, may contribute to this balance, where property crimes like shoplifting persist despite broader declines in violent incidents. This dynamic suggests a need for targeted interventions in retail sectors while leveraging the area's relatively low violent crime rates as a model for community safety.

February 2024 saw stark contrasts in crime trends, with public order offences surging by 250% to 7 incidents, marking a dramatic shift from the previous month's 2. This spike may reflect heightened community activity or temporary disruptions. Meanwhile, shoplifting increased by 40%, climbing from 5 to 7 cases, a figure that places Frodsham 48% above the UK average for this category. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped sharply by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, potentially linked to reduced winter travel patterns. Violent crimes also declined by 42.1%, from 19 to 11, a significant decrease that aligns with Frodsham's overall 52% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, where property-related offences remain a focal point despite broader declines in violent incidents.

Frodsham's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, an 11.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.6. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in public events. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 245 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime counts averaged approximately one per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's consistent trend of maintaining crime rates below the UK average. When compared to the previous month, the reduction in violent crimes—down 42.1%—suggests a possible shift in community dynamics or seasonal factors influencing public safety. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Frodsham's residents face a crime exposure rate significantly lower than the national average, reinforcing the area's position as a relatively secure environment within Cheshire West and Chester.