Cheshire West pest control call outs - Which postcodes have the highest?

Discovering a vermin infestation is every home-owner and renter's nightmare, but which Cheshire West and Chester residents have had to cope with this dilemma more than others?

Properties in Chester's CH3 area required the services of pest control 168 times last year, according to information released by Cheshire West and Chester Council following a Freedom of Information request.

The Chronicle asked the authority which 20 postcodes had the highest attendances of pest control officers in 2015.

The results feature postcodes in Chester, Ellesmere Port , Neston, Tarporley, Winsford , Northwich and Frodsham .

Among the three species highlighted - rats, wasps and mice - rats posed the biggest problem.

Only one postcode featured in the top 20 for mice call-outs and that was CH65 in Ellesmere Port, at 55.

Cllr Mark Henesy , cabinet member for environment and community, said: “Pests can pass on disease and cause damage to property. At a time when many local authorities have stopped providing pest control, Cheshire West and Chester Council still offers this service.

“Our operatives, who are qualified and trained to a high standard, can remove rats, mice, and cockroaches, all of which are classed as a threat to public health. Treatments are also available for pests that are not considered a threat to public health. These treatments are humane and environmentally safe.

"More information and charges can be found on the council website .”

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