Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
M2 · Greater Manchester
7
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
OL14 · Calderdale
57
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Manchester has less crime — 7 vs 57 incidents in February 2026.
Todmorden recorded substantially more crime than Manchester in February 2026 — 57 incidents compared to 7, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Manchester sees higher rates of Burglary (1) and Vehicle crime (1), while Todmorden has more Shoplifting (9) and Criminal damage & arson (6). 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, Manchester recorded fewer crimes than Todmorden — 7 vs 57 incidents. That is 88% 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 Burglary and Vehicle crime while Todmorden had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Manchester recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 57).