Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS9 · Walsall
101
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Albrighton has less crime — 11 vs 101 incidents in April 2026.
Aldridge recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in April 2026 — 101 incidents compared to 11, a 9.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Drugs (2) and Burglary (1), while Aldridge has more Criminal damage & arson (11) and Vehicle crime (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Aldridge — 11 vs 101 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Albrighton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Albrighton saw higher rates of Drugs and Burglary while Aldridge had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 101).