Ellesmere Port vs Holmes Chapel — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ellesmere Port

CH65 · Cheshire West and Chester

311

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences147
  • Public order40
  • Anti-social behaviour26

Holmes Chapel

CW4 · Cheshire East

18

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Other theft4
  • Burglary2

Holmes Chapel has less crime — 18 vs 311 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ellesmere Port recorded substantially more crime than Holmes Chapel in April 2026 — 311 incidents compared to 18, a 17.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ellesmere Port sees higher rates of Public order (40) and Anti-social behaviour (26), while Holmes Chapel has more Other theft (4) and Burglary (2). Ellesmere Port sits above the national average for recorded crime while Holmes Chapel is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ellesmere Port or Holmes Chapel safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Holmes Chapel recorded fewer crimes than Ellesmere Port — 18 vs 311 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Holmes Chapel is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ellesmere Port saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Holmes Chapel had more Other theft and Burglary. Overall, Holmes Chapel recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 311).

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