Crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East: statistics, rates and trends
313 crimes were recorded in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East in the 12 months to August 2026, 61.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East at a glance
- Crime trends in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East
- Types of crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East
- Alderley Edge, Cheshire East compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East
- What happened after crimes were reported in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East
- Demographics of Alderley Edge, Cheshire East
- Questions about crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (132), other theft (32) and public order (31) made up 62% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 2,570th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lower half.
| Measure | Alderley Edge, Cheshire East | Cheshire East | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 313 | 28,139 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 61.2 | 66.8 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 5,118 | 421,298 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East peaked in the year to August 2020 (533 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2023 (291). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 6%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 313 | 61.2 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 306 | 59.8 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 333 | 65.1 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 291 | 56.9 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 405 | 79.1 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 443 | 86.6 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 533 | 104.1 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 380 | 74.2 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 294 | 57.4 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 28 |
| July 2026 | 23 |
| June 2026 | 20 |
| May 2026 | 22 |
| April 2026 | 24 |
| March 2026 | 30 |
| February 2026 | 17 |
| January 2026 | 25 |
| December 2025 | 17 |
| November 2025 | 40 |
| October 2025 | 36 |
| September 2025 | 31 |
Compared with England and Wales, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East recorded notably more drugs (43% above the national rate), and notably less anti-social behaviour (72% below) and shoplifting (42% below). On the year before, public order rose from 23 to 31 and violence and sexual offences rose from 108 to 132, while shoplifting fell from 34 to 25 and anti-social behaviour fell from 28 to 22.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 132 | 25.8 | 34.2 | +22% |
| Other theft | 32 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 0% |
| Public order | 31 | 6.1 | 6.7 | +35% |
| Shoplifting | 25 | 4.9 | 8.5 | -26% |
| Drugs | 24 | 4.7 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Anti-social behaviour | 22 | 4.3 | 15.4 | -21% |
| Burglary | 18 | 3.5 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 13 | 2.5 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 8 | 1.6 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Other crime | 4 | 0.8 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.6 | 1.4 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.8 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
2 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Alderley Edge, Cheshire East; the highest is Handforth (88.0 per 1,000) and the lowest Mobberley, Cheshire East (21.8).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Alderley Edge, Cheshire East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmslow East | 82 | 24.2 | -60% |
| Wilmslow West and Chorley | 633 | 57.8 | -6% |
| Wilmslow Dean Row | 158 | 24.0 | -61% |
| Wilmslow Lacey Green | 364 | 70.4 | +15% |
| Handforth | 839 | 88.0 | +44% |
| Chelford | 195 | 31.9 | -48% |
| Mobberley | 69 | 21.8 | -64% |
| Prestbury | 113 | 33.0 | -46% |
The 10 locations below account for 52% of the crime recorded in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (31).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 31 |
| On or near George Street | 26 |
| On or near Clifton Street | 21 |
| On or near London Road | 17 |
| On or near Oakfield Close | 17 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 17 |
| On or near Moss Lane | 11 |
| On or near Melrose Way | 9 |
| On or near Norwood Rise | 7 |
| On or near Oakfield Road | 7 |
Of the 291 crimes in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East with a recorded outcome, 28% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 5.8% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 22 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 109 | 37.5% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 82 | 28.2% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 31 | 10.7% | 11.5% |
| Local resolution | 26 | 8.9% | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 17 | 5.8% | 5.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 12 | 4.1% | 2.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 7 | 2.4% | 4.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
Alderley Edge, Cheshire East has an estimated population of 5,118 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less social housing (7.3%, against 17.1%), an older population (29%, against 19%) and more residents with Level 4 qualifications or above (50%, against 34%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Alderley Edge, Cheshire East average decile 9.2 (1 = most deprived), less deprived than average.
| Measure | Alderley Edge, Cheshire East | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.5% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 52.8% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.1% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 32.3% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 5.2% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 50.4% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 10.3% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 12.0% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 72.7% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 7.3% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 20.0% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.2 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Alderley Edge, Cheshire East a safe place to live?
Alderley Edge, Cheshire East recorded 61.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 2,570th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were drugs.
What is the most common crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 132 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by other theft (32).
Is crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East going up or down?
Recorded crime in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East was up 2% on the year before: 313 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 306 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Alderley Edge, Cheshire East?
About 5,118 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 29% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Alderley Edge, Cheshire East?
Alderley Edge, Cheshire East is policed by Cheshire.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.