Cheadle vs Tamworth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cheadle

ST10 · Staffordshire

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Other crime1

Tamworth

B77 · Staffordshire

161

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences75
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Public order11

Cheadle has less crime — 20 vs 161 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Cheadle in February 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 20, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cheadle sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Tamworth has more Public order (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheadle or Tamworth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Cheadle recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 20 vs 161 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Cheadle is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cheadle and Tamworth?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cheadle saw higher rates of Other crime while Tamworth had more Public order. Overall, Cheadle recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 161).

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