Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CH4 · Flintshire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CW7 · Cheshire West and Chester
133
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Saltney has less crime — 30 vs 133 incidents in February 2026.
Winsford recorded substantially more crime than Saltney in February 2026 — 133 incidents compared to 30, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Saltney sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Winsford has more Anti-social behaviour (24) and Public order (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Saltney recorded fewer crimes than Winsford — 30 vs 133 incidents. That is 77% 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 Winsford had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Saltney recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 133).