Glossop vs Rochdale — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Glossop

SK13 · Derbyshire

154

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences65
  • Shoplifting17
  • Public order17

Rochdale

OL12 · Rochdale

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Rochdale has less crime — 2 vs 154 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Glossop recorded substantially more crime than Rochdale in February 2026 — 154 incidents compared to 2, a 77.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Glossop sees higher rates of Shoplifting (17) and Public order (17), while Rochdale has more Anti-social behaviour (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Glossop or Rochdale safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Rochdale recorded fewer crimes than Glossop — 2 vs 154 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Rochdale is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Glossop and Rochdale?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Glossop saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Rochdale had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Rochdale recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 154).

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