Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH4 · Flintshire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CH2 · Cheshire West and Chester
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Saltney has less crime — 30 vs 53 incidents in February 2026.
Upton recorded notably higher crime than Saltney in February 2026 — 53 vs 30 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Saltney sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Upton has more Other theft (5) and Anti-social behaviour (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Saltney recorded fewer crimes than Upton — 30 vs 53 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Saltney is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Saltney saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Upton had more Other theft and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Saltney recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 53).