Ashton-under-Lyne vs Rochdale — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ashton-under-Lyne

OL6 · Tameside

3

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3

Rochdale

OL12 · Rochdale

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Rochdale has less crime — 2 vs 3 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ashton-under-Lyne recorded notably higher crime than Rochdale in February 2026 — 3 vs 2 incidents. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ashton-under-Lyne or Rochdale safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Rochdale recorded fewer crimes than Ashton-under-Lyne — 2 vs 3 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Rochdale is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ashton-under-Lyne and Rochdale?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Ashton-under-Lyne recorded 3 incidents of this type vs 1 in Rochdale. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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