Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CW10 · Cheshire East
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CW9 · Cheshire West and Chester
162
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Middlewich has less crime — 82 vs 162 incidents in April 2026.
Northwich recorded notably higher crime than Middlewich in April 2026 — 162 vs 82 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Middlewich sees higher rates of Public order (13), while Northwich has more Shoplifting (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Middlewich recorded fewer crimes than Northwich — 82 vs 162 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Middlewich is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Middlewich saw higher rates of Public order while Northwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Middlewich recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 162).