Frodsham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Frodsham, the per-capita crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in June 2024 translates to a daily risk of roughly two crimes for every 1,000 people, a figure that is 35.4% below the UK average of 8.2. This lower rate reflects the area's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.7% of all crimes, a share that is 35% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This may be influenced by Frodsham's character as a quieter commuter town with fewer nightlife venues compared to larger urban centres. Public order offences, however, stood at 20.4% of total crimes, significantly higher than the UK average, suggesting challenges in managing community interactions in public spaces. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may contribute to these patterns, with increased foot traffic in retail areas driving shoplifting incidents, which rose to 16.3% of total crimes. This aligns with broader trends where seasonal transitions often correlate with shifts in crime types, particularly in areas with limited tourist infrastructure. While the overall crime rate remains low, the above-average public order figures highlight the need for targeted community engagement strategies, particularly in spaces frequented by both residents and occasional visitors. The stability in the crime rate compared to previous months suggests that local factors, such as consistent policing or community initiatives, may be maintaining this lower level of risk for residents.

June 2024 saw a 33.3% increase in shoplifting, rising from 6 to 8 incidents. This uptick may align with the start of the summer season, when foot traffic in retail areas typically increases. Conversely, other theft crimes fell by 66.7%, with only one incident reported compared to three in May, suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Public order offences, at 10 incidents, remained 80% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, indicating persistent challenges in managing community behaviour in public spaces. The 35.4% gap between Frodsham's overall rate (5.3) and the UK average (8.2) highlights the area's relative safety, particularly in categories like burglary and criminal damage, which were 67% and 51% below national averages, respectively. For residents, the 33.3% rise in shoplifting may warrant closer attention to local retail security practices, especially during the peak summer season.

Frodsham's crime rate in June 2024 remained stable compared to May, with a 1.9% increase from 5.2 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall safety levels during the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of local risk. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for approximately every 190 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. When scaled to Frodsham's population of 9,293, this means that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low compared to other areas. The stability in the crime rate, combined with the low monthly exposure figure, reinforces the area's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester. This consistency may reflect effective local policing strategies or the area's demographic characteristics, such as a lower proportion of transient populations that often correlate with higher crime rates in other regions.