Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH64 · Cheshire West and Chester
40
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CH4 · Flintshire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Saltney has less crime — 24 vs 40 incidents in April 2026.
Ellesmere Port recorded notably higher crime than Saltney in April 2026 — 40 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ellesmere Port sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8) and Vehicle crime (4), while Saltney has more Shoplifting (8) and Other theft (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Saltney recorded fewer crimes than Ellesmere Port — 24 vs 40 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Saltney is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ellesmere Port saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Saltney had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Saltney recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 40).