Manchester vs Manchester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Manchester

M15 · Greater Manchester

4

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other crime1
  • Other theft1

Manchester

M18 · Greater Manchester

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other crime1

Manchester has less crime — 1 vs 4 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Manchester recorded substantially more crime than Manchester in April 2026 — 4 incidents compared to 1, a 4.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Manchester or Manchester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Manchester recorded fewer crimes than Manchester — 1 vs 4 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Manchester is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Manchester's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (2 incidents) while Manchester's was Other crime (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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