Oldham vs Salford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Oldham

M35 · Oldham

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other crime1

Salford

M3 · Salford

4

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other crime1
  • Other theft1

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

What the data shows

Salford recorded substantially more crime than Oldham 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 Oldham or Salford safer?

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

What are the main differences in crime between Oldham and Salford?

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

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