Chester vs Nantwich — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Chester

CH1 · Cheshire West and Chester

193

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences86
  • Public order30
  • Shoplifting17

Nantwich

CW5 · Cheshire East

133

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences66
  • Public order17
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Nantwich has less crime — 133 vs 193 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Chester saw somewhat more crime than Nantwich in April 2026 (193 vs 133 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Chester sees higher rates of Shoplifting (17), while Nantwich has more Anti-social behaviour (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chester or Nantwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Nantwich recorded fewer crimes than Chester — 133 vs 193 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Chester and Nantwich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Chester saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Nantwich had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Nantwich recorded fewer total crimes (133 vs 193).

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