Great Sankey vs Manchester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Great Sankey

WA5 · Warrington

87

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Public order11
  • Anti-social behaviour11

Manchester

M18 · Greater Manchester

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other crime1

Manchester has less crime — 1 vs 87 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Great Sankey recorded substantially more crime than Manchester in April 2026 — 87 incidents compared to 1, a 87.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Sankey sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (46) and Public order (11), while Manchester has more Other crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Great Sankey or Manchester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Manchester recorded fewer crimes than Great Sankey — 1 vs 87 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Manchester is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Great Sankey and Manchester?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Great Sankey saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Public order while Manchester had more Other crime. Overall, Manchester recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 87).

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