Ashton-under-Lyne vs Salford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ashton-under-Lyne

SK16 · Tameside

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Salford

M5 · Salford

3

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Robbery1
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Other crime1

Ashton-under-Lyne has less crime — 1 vs 3 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Salford recorded substantially more crime than Ashton-under-Lyne in March 2026 — 3 incidents compared to 1, a 3.0x difference. 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 Salford safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Ashton-under-Lyne recorded fewer crimes than Salford — 1 vs 3 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Ashton-under-Lyne is also below the national average for crime.

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

In March 2026, Ashton-under-Lyne's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (1 incidents) while Salford's was Robbery (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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