Based on May 2026 Police data, Manchester (M16) recorded the lowest crime rate in Greater Manchester, with 1 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Manchester (M15) recorded 1 crimes in the same period. Even in the safest area, weapons possession is the most commonly recorded crime type.
Based on May 2026 Police data, Manchester (M16) is the safest area in Greater Manchester, with 1 recorded crimes. Weapons possession was the most common crime type even in this safest area.
Manchester (M15) recorded the most crime in Greater Manchester in May 2026, with 1 incidents. Weapons possession was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.
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