Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS7 · Staffordshire
121
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Albrighton has less crime — 11 vs 121 incidents in April 2026.
Burntwood recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in April 2026 — 121 incidents compared to 11, a 11.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Drugs (2) and Burglary (1), while Burntwood has more Anti-social behaviour (16) and Public order (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Burntwood — 11 vs 121 incidents. That is 91% 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 Burntwood had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 121).