Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS10 · Sandwell
311
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Albrighton has less crime — 11 vs 311 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in April 2026 — 311 incidents compared to 11, a 28.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Drugs (2) and Burglary (1), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (32) and Vehicle crime (31). Albrighton is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Albrighton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 11 vs 311 incidents. That is 96% 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 West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 311).