Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Manchester, England, call the Greater Manchester Police non-emergency line at 101 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 999 2.
Who to call in Manchester
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance, coastguard | 999 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Greater Manchester Police) | 101 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Urgent medical help that is not an emergency | NHS 111 | 4 |
What does the Greater Manchester Police say?
"Call 101 for non-emergency enquiries." 1
Who answers the call?
In Manchester, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Greater Manchester Police 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in England: London, Birmingham, Leeds, Sheffield, Liverpool, Bristol, Leicester, Bradford. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Manchester?
101, the Greater Manchester Police non-emergency line 1.
Is 101 the same as 999?
No. 999 is for emergencies 2; 101 is the Greater Manchester Police line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Manchester?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Greater Manchester Police has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 4
- Greater Manchester Police · Contact us | Greater Manchester Police checked 2026-11-05
- NHS · When to call 999 checked 2026-11-05
- Greater Manchester Police · Report | Greater Manchester Police checked 2026-11-05
- NHS · When to use NHS 111 online or call 111 checked 2026-11-05