Glossop vs Rochdale — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Glossop

SK13 · Derbyshire

134

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Public order13

Rochdale

OL12 · Rochdale

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Rochdale has less crime — 6 vs 134 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Glossop recorded substantially more crime than Rochdale in April 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 6, a 22.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Glossop sees higher rates of Public order (13), while Rochdale has more Criminal damage & arson (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 April 2026 Police data, Rochdale recorded fewer crimes than Glossop — 6 vs 134 incidents. That is 96% 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 April 2026, Glossop saw higher rates of Public order while Rochdale had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Rochdale recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 134).

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