Middlewich vs Nantwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Middlewich

CW10 · Cheshire East

82

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Public order13
  • Anti-social behaviour7

Nantwich

CW5 · Cheshire East

133

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences66
  • Public order17
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Middlewich has less crime — 82 vs 133 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Nantwich recorded notably higher crime than Middlewich in April 2026 — 133 vs 82 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Nantwich records significantly more (66 vs 38 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Middlewich or Nantwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Middlewich recorded fewer crimes than Nantwich — 82 vs 133 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Middlewich is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Middlewich and Nantwich?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Middlewich recorded 38 incidents of this type vs 66 in Nantwich. Overall, Middlewich had fewer total crimes (82 vs 133).

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