Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CW1 · Cheshire East
354
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CH65 · Cheshire West and Chester
303
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Ellesmere Port has less crime — 303 vs 354 incidents in February 2026.
Crewe saw somewhat more crime than Ellesmere Port in February 2026 (354 vs 303 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Crewe sees higher rates of Shoplifting (40), while Ellesmere Port has more Drugs (16). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ellesmere Port recorded fewer crimes than Crewe — 303 vs 354 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Crewe is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Crewe saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Ellesmere Port had more Drugs. Overall, Ellesmere Port recorded fewer total crimes (303 vs 354).