Frodsham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Frodsham's crime profile in October 2024 stands out as significantly safer than the UK average, with a recorded rate of 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents—32.1% below the national figure of 8.1. This built-up area within Cheshire West and Chester shows a distinct pattern in crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly 40% of all reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour follows at 23.5%, reflecting a persistent challenge in community engagement and public order management. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the clocks going back, and Halloween—may contribute to increased incidents of violence, though the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks. Property crimes, including vehicle crime and criminal damage, are lower than UK averages, with vehicle crime at 0.4 per 1,000 (15% below the UK average) and criminal damage at 0.4 per 1,000 (32% below). These figures suggest a combination of effective local policing and community-focused initiatives, though the prominence of violent crime highlights areas requiring targeted intervention. The relatively low levels of shoplifting (5.9% below UK average) and other theft (64% below) may indicate a mix of retail environments and proactive community measures, though the seasonal factors of October could influence patterns in anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing strategies, with Frodsham maintaining a safer profile than the national average despite the challenges posed by the time of year.

October 2024 saw significant shifts in Frodsham's crime profile, with vehicle crime doubling from 2 to 4 incidents—a 100% increase. This rise may reflect increased traffic during Halloween events or the impact of darker evenings on vehicle-related offences. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, reaching 12 incidents (23.5% of total crimes), potentially linked to seasonal social gatherings or disruptions in local routines. Bicycle theft, previously absent in September, emerged with one reported case. In contrast, public order offences fell sharply by 71.4% (7 to 2), due to effective community engagement or reduced large-scale gatherings. Shoplifting decreased by 57.1% (7 to 3), aligning with the area's lower-than-average retail crime rates. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 39.2% of all crimes—remain 18% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), suggesting that local initiatives may be mitigating some risk factors. The data also reveals that Frodsham's anti-social behaviour rate is 1% above the UK average, indicating a need for targeted strategies in this category. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the importance of context-specific policing approaches.

Frodsham's crime rate in October 2024 fell 10.4% compared to the previous month's rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a sustained decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day across 31 days, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 182 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains far below the UK average when scaled to population size. With a population of 9,293, the area's crime statistics suggest a relatively low level of criminal activity per capita, even as local challenges persist in certain categories. The 1-in-182 monthly exposure rate underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies, though it also highlights the need for continued vigilance in areas such as anti-social behaviour and public order. The comparison to the previous month's rate, combined with the UK-wide context, illustrates Frodsham's position as a safer area than the national average, despite the seasonal challenges of October. This data offers residents a clear picture of their local environment, enabling informed decisions about community safety and engagement.