Manchester vs Stockport — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Manchester

M15 · Greater Manchester

7

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Other theft1
  • Theft from person1

Stockport

SK2 · Stockport

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Stockport has less crime — 1 vs 7 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Manchester recorded substantially more crime than Stockport in March 2026 — 7 incidents compared to 1, a 7.0x 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 Manchester or Stockport safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Stockport recorded fewer crimes than Manchester — 1 vs 7 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Stockport is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Manchester recorded 5 incidents of this type vs 1 in Stockport. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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