Manchester vs Pemberton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Manchester

M4 · Greater Manchester

8

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft3
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Theft from person2

Pemberton

WN1 · Wigan

2

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Pemberton has less crime — 2 vs 8 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Manchester recorded substantially more crime than Pemberton in March 2026 — 8 incidents compared to 2, 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 Pemberton safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Pemberton recorded fewer crimes than Manchester — 2 vs 8 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Pemberton is also below the national average for crime.

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

In March 2026, Manchester's top crime category was Other theft (3 incidents) while Pemberton's was Violence & sexual offences (2 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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