Crewe vs Ellesmere Port — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Crewe

CW1 · Cheshire East

435

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences173
  • Shoplifting58
  • Public order45

Ellesmere Port

CH66 · Cheshire West and Chester

166

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences65
  • Public order26
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Ellesmere Port has less crime — 166 vs 435 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Crewe recorded substantially more crime than Ellesmere Port in April 2026 — 435 incidents compared to 166, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Crewe sees higher rates of Shoplifting (58), while Ellesmere Port has more Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Crewe or Ellesmere Port safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ellesmere Port recorded fewer crimes than Crewe — 166 vs 435 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Crewe is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Crewe and Ellesmere Port?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Crewe saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Ellesmere Port had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ellesmere Port recorded fewer total crimes (166 vs 435).

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