King Sterndale vs Macclesfield — Crime Comparison 2026

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

King Sterndale

SK17 · Derbyshire

24

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Drugs2
  • Other theft2

Macclesfield

SK9 · Cheshire East

60

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Drugs5
  • Other theft5

King Sterndale has less crime — 24 vs 60 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Macclesfield recorded substantially more crime than King Sterndale in February 2026 — 60 incidents compared to 24, a 2.5x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is King Sterndale or Macclesfield safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, King Sterndale recorded fewer crimes than Macclesfield — 24 vs 60 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. King Sterndale is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between King Sterndale and Macclesfield?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, King Sterndale recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 32 in Macclesfield. Overall, King Sterndale had fewer total crimes (24 vs 60).

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