Saltney vs Waverton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Saltney

CH4 · Flintshire

24

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting8
  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Other theft4

Waverton

CH3 · Cheshire West and Chester

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Waverton has less crime — 3 vs 24 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Saltney recorded substantially more crime than Waverton in April 2026 — 24 incidents compared to 3, a 8.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Saltney sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8) and Other theft (4), while Waverton has more Anti-social behaviour (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Saltney or Waverton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Waverton recorded fewer crimes than Saltney — 3 vs 24 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Waverton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Saltney and Waverton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Saltney saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Waverton had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Waverton recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 24).

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