Macclesfield vs Manchester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Macclesfield

SK10 · Cheshire East

92

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Public order12
  • Shoplifting9

Manchester

M11 · Greater Manchester

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Manchester has less crime — 1 vs 92 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Macclesfield recorded substantially more crime than Manchester in March 2026 — 92 incidents compared to 1, a 92.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Macclesfield records significantly more (42 vs 1 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Macclesfield or Manchester safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Manchester recorded fewer crimes than Macclesfield — 1 vs 92 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Manchester is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Macclesfield recorded 42 incidents of this type vs 1 in Manchester. Overall, Manchester had fewer total crimes (1 vs 92).

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