Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SK12 · Cheshire East
17
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
OL13 · Lancashire
170
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Poynton has less crime — 17 vs 170 incidents in April 2026.
Rawtenstall recorded substantially more crime than Poynton in April 2026 — 170 incidents compared to 17, a 10.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Poynton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Rawtenstall has more Criminal damage & arson (21). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Poynton recorded fewer crimes than Rawtenstall — 17 vs 170 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Poynton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Poynton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Rawtenstall had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Poynton recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 170).