Crime in Poynton West and Adlington: statistics, rates and trends
345 crimes were recorded in Poynton West and Adlington in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Poynton West and Adlington at a glance
- Crime trends in Poynton West and Adlington
- Types of crime in Poynton West and Adlington
- Poynton West and Adlington compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Poynton West and Adlington
- What happened after crimes were reported in Poynton West and Adlington
- Population and deprivation in Poynton West and Adlington
- Questions about crime in Poynton West and Adlington
- About this data
345 crimes were recorded in Poynton West and Adlington in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 148 reports (43% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Poynton West and Adlington has the 3,629th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Poynton West and Adlington | Cheshire East | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 345 | 28,232 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 35.2 | 67.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +0% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 9,815 | 421,298 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Poynton West and Adlington was highest in the year to July 2020 (460 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (322). Over the whole period it fell 24%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 345 | 35.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 345 | 35.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 322 | 32.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 426 | 43.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 410 | 41.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 448 | 45.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 460 | 46.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 394 | 40.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 451 | 46.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 24 |
| June 2026 | 30 |
| May 2026 | 23 |
| April 2026 | 32 |
| March 2026 | 28 |
| February 2026 | 29 |
| January 2026 | 23 |
| December 2025 | 36 |
| November 2025 | 24 |
| October 2025 | 40 |
| September 2025 | 23 |
| August 2025 | 33 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Poynton West and Adlington over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in public order (+55%) and other theft (+10%). The largest falls were in burglary (-38%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 148 | 15.1 | 0.44 | -9% |
| Public order | 45 | 4.6 | 0.69 | +55% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 35 | 3.6 | 0.23 | -8% |
| Shoplifting | 28 | 2.9 | 0.34 | +65% |
| Other theft | 22 | 2.2 | 0.35 | +10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 18 | 1.8 | 0.27 | +100% |
| Drugs | 14 | 1.4 | 0.44 | +0% |
| Burglary | 13 | 1.3 | 0.37 | -38% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.9 | 0.43 | -18% |
| Vehicle crime | 8 | 0.8 | 0.17 | -43% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 0.23 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.12 | -83% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | -67% |
Violence and sexual offences in Poynton West and Adlington
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 148 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 42.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Poynton West and Adlington
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 55% on the year before. It made up 13.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Poynton West and Adlington
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Poynton West and Adlington
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 65% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Poynton West and Adlington
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Poynton West and Adlington
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Poynton West and Adlington
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Poynton West and Adlington
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Poynton West and Adlington
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Poynton West and Adlington
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Poynton West and Adlington
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Poynton West and Adlington
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 83% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Poynton West and Adlington
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Poynton West and Adlington recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Poynton West and Adlington, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Poynton West and Adlington.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Poynton West and Adlington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poynton East and Pott Shrigley | 269 | 39.8 | +13% |
| Bollington | 305 | 38.2 | +9% |
| Wilmslow Dean Row | 170 | 25.8 | -27% |
| Handforth | 823 | 86.3 | +146% |
| Prestbury | 107 | 31.2 | -11% |
| Disley | 160 | 32.3 | -8% |
| Wilmslow Lacey Green | 369 | 71.3 | +103% |
| Wilmslow East | 87 | 25.7 | -27% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Poynton West and Adlington over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 50 |
| On or near London Road | 15 |
| On or near Lawrence Place | 14 |
| On or near Roundy Lane | 14 |
| On or near Weller Close | 11 |
| On or near Mill Lane | 9 |
| On or near Barnaby Road | 8 |
| On or near Brookfield Avenue | 8 |
| On or near Parking Area | 8 |
| On or near Dumbah Lane | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Poynton West and Adlington over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 135 | 39.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 79 | 22.9% |
| Not recorded | 35 | 10.1% |
| Under investigation | 23 | 6.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 23 | 6.7% |
| Local resolution | 19 | 5.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 15 | 4.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 8 | 2.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.6% |
Poynton West and Adlington has an estimated population of 9,815. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Poynton West and Adlington sits in decile 9.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Poynton West and Adlington |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 52.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 83.6% |
| Social rented homes | 7.6% |
| Private rented homes | 8.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.0 |
Is Poynton West and Adlington a safe place to live?
Poynton West and Adlington recorded 35.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Poynton West and Adlington?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 148 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (45).
Is crime in Poynton West and Adlington going up or down?
Recorded crime in Poynton West and Adlington was almost unchanged on the year before: 345 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 345 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Poynton West and Adlington?
Poynton West and Adlington is policed by Cheshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Poynton West and Adlington. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.