Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SK9 · Cheshire East
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SK12 · Cheshire East
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Poynton has less crime — 20 vs 60 incidents in February 2026.
Macclesfield recorded substantially more crime than Poynton in February 2026 — 60 incidents compared to 20, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Macclesfield sees higher rates of Drugs (5) and Other theft (5), while Poynton has more Shoplifting (5) and Public order (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Poynton recorded fewer crimes than Macclesfield — 20 vs 60 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Poynton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Macclesfield saw higher rates of Drugs and Other theft while Poynton had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Poynton recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 60).