Is Prestbury and Alderley Edge Safe?
Crime statistics for Prestbury and Alderley Edge. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 392 total crimes recorded in Prestbury and Alderley Edge
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Prestbury and Alderley Edge — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prestbury and Alderley Edge safe?
Prestbury and Alderley Edge has a CrimeRadar safety score of 58/100, rated Average. A total of 392 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Prestbury and Alderley Edge are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Prestbury and Alderley Edge in the last 12 months?
392 crimes were recorded in Prestbury and Alderley Edge 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 8% compared to the previous 12-month period (426 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 151 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Prestbury and Alderley Edge?
The most common crime in Prestbury and Alderley Edge is Violent Crime, with 151 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 38.5% 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 Prestbury and Alderley Edge increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Prestbury and Alderley Edge is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8% — from 426 crimes in the previous 12 months to 392 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Prestbury and Alderley Edge?
Prestbury and Alderley Edge has a safety score of 58 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 Prestbury and Alderley Edge compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Prestbury and Alderley Edge has a safety score of 58/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Prestbury and Alderley Edge 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 Prestbury and Alderley Edge?
100% of crimes recorded in Prestbury and Alderley Edge 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 Prestbury and Alderley Edge?
151 violent crimes were recorded in Prestbury and Alderley Edge in the last 12 months — representing 38.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 33 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 Prestbury and Alderley Edge last updated?
The crime data for Prestbury and Alderley Edge 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 Prestbury and Alderley Edge with other areas?
You can compare Prestbury and Alderley Edge 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.