Is Macclesfield East and Sutton Safe?
Crime statistics for Macclesfield East and Sutton. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 401 total crimes recorded in Macclesfield East and Sutton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Macclesfield East and Sutton — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Macclesfield East and Sutton safe?
Macclesfield East and Sutton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 44/100, rated Below Average. A total of 401 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 2.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Macclesfield East and Sutton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Macclesfield East and Sutton in the last 12 months?
401 crimes were recorded in Macclesfield East and Sutton in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 2.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (413 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 192 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Macclesfield East and Sutton?
The most common crime in Macclesfield East and Sutton is Violent Crime, with 192 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 47.9% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Macclesfield East and Sutton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Macclesfield East and Sutton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 2.9% — from 413 crimes in the previous 12 months to 401 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Macclesfield East and Sutton?
Macclesfield East and Sutton has a safety score of 44 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Macclesfield East and Sutton compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Macclesfield East and Sutton has a safety score of 44/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Macclesfield East and Sutton is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Macclesfield East and Sutton?
0% of crimes recorded in Macclesfield East and Sutton resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Cheshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Macclesfield East and Sutton?
192 violent crimes were recorded in Macclesfield East and Sutton in the last 12 months — representing 47.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 34 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Macclesfield East and Sutton last updated?
The crime data for Macclesfield East and Sutton was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Macclesfield East and Sutton with other areas?
You can compare Macclesfield East and Sutton with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.