Glossop vs Poynton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Glossop

SK13 · Derbyshire

154

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences65
  • Shoplifting17
  • Public order17

Poynton

SK12 · Cheshire East

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting5
  • Public order5
  • Violence & sexual offences5

Poynton has less crime — 20 vs 154 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Glossop recorded substantially more crime than Poynton in February 2026 — 154 incidents compared to 20, a 7.7x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Glossop or Poynton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Poynton recorded fewer crimes than Glossop — 20 vs 154 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Poynton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Glossop and Poynton?

In February 2026, Glossop's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (65 incidents) while Poynton's was Shoplifting (5 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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