Cheshire Constabulary

Is Poynton West and Adlington Safe?

Crime statistics for Poynton West and Adlington. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 12 months: April 2025 – March 2026 362 crimes
46 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

362 Crimes (last 12 months)
23.1% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑19.1% 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 12 months — 362 total crimes recorded in Poynton West and Adlington

Violent Crime
173 47.8%
Public Order
41 11.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
34 9.4%
Shoplifting
21 5.8%
Other Theft
20 5.5%
Criminal Damage & Arson
17 4.7%
Burglary
16 4.4%
Drugs
13 3.6%
Other Crime
11 3%
Vehicle Crime
10 2.8%
Bicycle Theft
3 0.8%
Robbery
2 0.6%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.3%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Poynton West and Adlington — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poynton West and Adlington safe?

Poynton West and Adlington has a CrimeRadar safety score of 46/100, rated Average. A total of 362 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 19.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Poynton West and Adlington are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Poynton West and Adlington in the last 12 months?

362 crimes were recorded in Poynton West and Adlington in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 19.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (304 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 173 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Poynton West and Adlington?

The most common crime in Poynton West and Adlington is Violent Crime, with 173 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 47.8% 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 Poynton West and Adlington increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Poynton West and Adlington is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 19.1% — from 304 crimes in the previous 12 months to 362 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.

What is the safety score for Poynton West and Adlington?

Poynton West and Adlington has a safety score of 46 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 West and Adlington compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?

Poynton West and Adlington has a safety score of 46/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Poynton West and Adlington 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 West and Adlington?

23.1% of crimes recorded in Poynton West and Adlington 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 Poynton West and Adlington?

173 violent crimes were recorded in Poynton West and Adlington in the last 12 months — representing 47.8% 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 Poynton West and Adlington last updated?

The crime data for Poynton West and Adlington 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 Poynton West and Adlington with other areas?

You can compare Poynton West and Adlington 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.

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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: March 2026.