Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS3 · Walsall
292
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Albrighton has less crime — 11 vs 292 incidents in April 2026.
Willenhall recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in April 2026 — 292 incidents compared to 11, a 26.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Drugs (2) and Burglary (1), while Willenhall has more Shoplifting (42) and Criminal damage & arson (41). Albrighton is below the national average while Willenhall 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 Willenhall — 11 vs 292 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 Willenhall had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 292).