Frodsham vs Rainhill — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Frodsham

WA6 · Cheshire West and Chester

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson1

Rainhill

L35 · St Helens

164

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences75
  • Shoplifting26
  • Anti-social behaviour15

Frodsham has less crime — 1 vs 164 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Rainhill recorded substantially more crime than Frodsham in February 2026 — 164 incidents compared to 1, a 164.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Frodsham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (1), while Rainhill has more Violence & sexual offences (75) and Shoplifting (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Frodsham or Rainhill safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Frodsham recorded fewer crimes than Rainhill — 1 vs 164 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Frodsham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Frodsham and Rainhill?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Frodsham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Rainhill had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Frodsham recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 164).

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