Lymm vs Manchester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lymm

WA13 · Warrington

42

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Shoplifting8
  • Public order7

Manchester

M23 · Greater Manchester

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Manchester has less crime — 1 vs 42 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Lymm recorded substantially more crime than Manchester in February 2026 — 42 incidents compared to 1, a 42.0x 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 Lymm or Manchester safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Manchester recorded fewer crimes than Lymm — 1 vs 42 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Manchester is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Lymm and Manchester?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Lymm recorded 14 incidents of this type vs 1 in Manchester. Overall, Manchester had fewer total crimes (1 vs 42).

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