Nantwich vs Northwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Nantwich

CW5 · Cheshire East

133

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Northwich

CW9 · Cheshire West and Chester

162

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Shoplifting24
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Nantwich has less crime — 133 vs 162 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Northwich saw somewhat more crime than Nantwich in April 2026 (162 vs 133 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Nantwich sees higher rates of Public order (17), 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Nantwich or Northwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Nantwich recorded fewer crimes than Northwich — 133 vs 162 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Nantwich saw higher rates of Public order while Northwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Nantwich recorded fewer total crimes (133 vs 162).

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