Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH4 · Flintshire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CH3 · Cheshire West and Chester
4
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Waverton has less crime — 4 vs 30 incidents in February 2026.
Saltney recorded substantially more crime than Waverton in February 2026 — 30 incidents compared to 4, a 7.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Saltney sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Waverton has more Burglary (2) and Other theft (1). 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, Waverton recorded fewer crimes than Saltney — 4 vs 30 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Waverton 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 Waverton had more Burglary and Other theft. Overall, Waverton recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 30).