Cheadle vs Stafford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cheadle

ST10 · Staffordshire

57

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Other theft6
  • Anti-social behaviour6

Stafford

ST17 · Staffordshire

129

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Cheadle has less crime — 57 vs 129 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stafford recorded notably higher crime than Cheadle in April 2026 — 129 vs 57 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cheadle sees higher rates of Other theft (6), while Stafford has more Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheadle or Stafford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cheadle recorded fewer crimes than Stafford — 57 vs 129 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Cheadle is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cheadle and Stafford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cheadle saw higher rates of Other theft while Stafford had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cheadle recorded fewer total crimes (57 vs 129).

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