Cheshire Constabulary

Is Poynton East and Pott Shrigley Safe?

Crime statistics for Poynton East and Pott Shrigley. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 954 crimes
54 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

954 Crimes (last 36 months)
56.1% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑8.6% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 954 total crimes recorded in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley

Violent Crime
342 35.8%
Shoplifting
167 17.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
96 10.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
86 9%
Public Order
79 8.3%
Other Theft
66 6.9%
Burglary
39 4.1%
Vehicle Crime
28 2.9%
Other Crime
19 2%
Drugs
18 1.9%
Bicycle Theft
8 0.8%
Robbery
2 0.2%
Theft from Person
2 0.2%
Possession of Weapons
2 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Poynton East and Pott Shrigley — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poynton East and Pott Shrigley safe?

Poynton East and Pott Shrigley has a CrimeRadar safety score of 54/100, rated Average. 340 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Poynton East and Pott Shrigley has an average crime level for the UK.

How many crimes were recorded in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley in the last 12 months?

340 crimes were recorded in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 8.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (313 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley?

The most common crime in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley is Violent Crime, with 342 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 100.6% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 8.6% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Poynton East and Pott Shrigley?

Poynton East and Pott Shrigley has a safety score of 54 out of 100 (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 Poynton East and Pott Shrigley compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?

Poynton East and Pott Shrigley has a safety score of 54/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 33/100. Poynton East and Pott Shrigley 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 Poynton East and Pott Shrigley?

56.1% of crimes in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley?

342 violent crimes were recorded in Poynton East and Pott Shrigley in the last 12 months, representing 100.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 96 incidents.

When was the crime data for Poynton East and Pott Shrigley last updated?

The crime data for Poynton East and Pott Shrigley was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Poynton East and Pott Shrigley with other areas?

You can compare Poynton East and Pott Shrigley with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.