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Most Dangerous Areas in Manchester 2026

The top 20 postcode districts in Manchester ranked by lowest safety score based on police crime data. The Manchester average safety score is 79.

Manchester Summary
20
Ranked
79
Manchester Avg
109
Total Districts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most dangerous areas in Manchester?

The top most dangerous areas in Manchester are WA7 (Warrington), WA8 (Warrington), WA9 (Warrington). These areas are ranked by lowest safety score based on police crime data.

Is WA7 Warrington a good area?

WA7 Warrington scores 39/100 on PostcodeScore, ranking #1 for most dangerous areas in Manchester.

How are the most dangerous areas in Manchester calculated?

Rankings are based on the Safety Score derived from official data sources including police crime data, Land Registry, Ofsted, and ONS statistics. Each district is scored 0-100 across 8 domains.

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