Cheadle vs Macclesfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cheadle

SK7 · Stockport

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other crime1

Macclesfield

SK11 · Cheshire East

92

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences52
  • Public order11
  • Anti-social behaviour8

Cheadle has less crime — 1 vs 92 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Macclesfield recorded substantially more crime than Cheadle in April 2026 — 92 incidents compared to 1, a 92.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cheadle sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Macclesfield has more Violence & sexual offences (52) and Public order (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheadle or Macclesfield safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cheadle recorded fewer crimes than Macclesfield — 1 vs 92 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Cheadle is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cheadle saw higher rates of Other crime while Macclesfield had more Violence & sexual offences and Public order. Overall, Cheadle recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 92).

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