Oldham vs Todmorden — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Oldham

OL8 · Oldham

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Todmorden

OL14 · Calderdale

57

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Shoplifting9
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Oldham has less crime — 1 vs 57 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Todmorden recorded substantially more crime than Oldham in February 2026 — 57 incidents compared to 1, a 57.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Todmorden records significantly more (26 vs 1 incidents). 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 Todmorden safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Oldham recorded fewer crimes than Todmorden — 1 vs 57 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Oldham is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Oldham recorded 1 incidents of this type vs 26 in Todmorden. Overall, Oldham had fewer total crimes (1 vs 57).

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