Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WV11 · Wolverhampton
165
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Albrighton has less crime — 11 vs 165 incidents in April 2026.
Wednesfield recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in April 2026 — 165 incidents compared to 11, a 15.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Drugs (2) and Burglary (1), while Wednesfield has more Shoplifting (20) and Anti-social behaviour (14). 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 Wednesfield — 11 vs 165 incidents. That is 93% 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 Wednesfield had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 165).