Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS9 · Walsall
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Albrighton has less crime — 28 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.
Aldridge recorded notably higher crime than Albrighton in February 2026 — 44 vs 28 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Aldridge has more Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Aldridge — 28 vs 44 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Albrighton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Albrighton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Aldridge had more Other theft. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 44).