Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS4 · Walsall
122
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Albrighton has less crime — 28 vs 122 incidents in February 2026.
Walsall recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in February 2026 — 122 incidents compared to 28, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Walsall has more Criminal damage & arson (20) and Vehicle crime (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Walsall — 28 vs 122 incidents. That is 77% 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 Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Walsall had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 122).