Frodsham Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Frodsham’s crime rate in March 2024 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 59.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national trends, though the data reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.4% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (13.8%) and shoplifting (13.8%). These figures suggest a pattern where interpersonal conflicts and property-related incidents dominate, even as Frodsham remains significantly safer than the UK average. March, a transitional month between winter and spring, may have influenced these trends—longer evenings and the shift in seasonal rhythms could have affected both offender activity and resident behaviour. While the overall rate remains low, the prominence of violence-related crimes indicates a need for continued focus on community safety initiatives. The area’s character as a built-up district within Cheshire West and Chester likely plays a role: its mix of residential and commercial spaces may contribute to the balance between property and violent crime, though the exact relationship requires further analysis. Frodsham’s crime rate has consistently remained below the UK average in recent months, suggesting a stable, if not improving, security environment.

March 2024 saw notable shifts in Frodsham’s crime profile, with increases in specific categories and decreases in others. Other crime and robbery both rose by 100% compared to February, reflecting a sharp uptick in incidents that may signal emerging patterns or isolated events. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 85.7%, and anti-social behaviour decreased by 50%, potentially linked to seasonal changes as the area transitioned into spring. The breakdown of crime types reveals a striking disparity: violence and sexual offences, at 1.3 per 1,000, are 51% below the UK average for this category. This contrast with national trends underscores Frodsham’s unique dynamics, shaped by its community structure and local policing efforts. Shoplifting and criminal damage also remain well below UK averages, with shoplifting at 0.4 per 1,000 (34% below the UK rate). These figures suggest that while Frodsham’s overall safety is commendable, targeted interventions may be necessary for categories like violence, which, though lower than the UK average, still constitute a significant portion of reported crimes. Residents may find the 100% increase in other crime and robbery particularly noteworthy, as these categories are typically less common in the area.

Frodsham’s crime rate in March 2024 (3.1 per 1,000) represents a 23.7% decrease from February’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend over the past month. This decline, though modest, aligns with the area’s long-term pattern of maintaining rates well below the UK average. On a daily basis, Frodsham recorded an average of one crime per day in March, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 320 residents. This low frequency suggests a relatively secure environment, though the impact of individual incidents may still be felt by those directly affected. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 3.1 per 1,000 rate means that, over the course of the month, the likelihood of a resident encountering a crime was minimal compared to the UK average. This contrast is particularly pronounced in categories like anti-social behaviour, where Frodsham’s rate (0.1 per 1,000) is 91% below the UK average (1.2 per 1,000). Such disparities may reflect the area’s smaller, more tightly knit community structure, which could contribute to lower levels of disruptive behaviour. However, the 100% increase in other crime and robbery highlights the importance of monitoring emerging trends, even within a generally low-crime context.