Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH4 · Flintshire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CH2 · Cheshire West and Chester
83
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Saltney has less crime — 24 vs 83 incidents in April 2026.
Upton recorded substantially more crime than Saltney in April 2026 — 83 incidents compared to 24, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Saltney sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8) and Other theft (4), while Upton has more Anti-social behaviour (16) and Drugs (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Saltney recorded fewer crimes than Upton — 24 vs 83 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Saltney is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Saltney saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Upton had more Anti-social behaviour and Drugs. Overall, Saltney recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 83).