Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
M12 · Greater Manchester
4
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WN8 · Lancashire
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Manchester has less crime — 4 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
Ormskirk recorded substantially more crime than Manchester in February 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 4, a 33.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Manchester sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (1), while Ormskirk has more Anti-social behaviour (18) and Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Manchester recorded fewer crimes than Ormskirk — 4 vs 134 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Manchester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Manchester saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Ormskirk had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Manchester recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 134).