Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WV9 · Wolverhampton
31
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Albrighton has less crime — 11 vs 31 incidents in April 2026.
Wolverhampton recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in April 2026 — 31 incidents compared to 11, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Drugs (2) and Burglary (1), while Wolverhampton has more Shoplifting (6) and Other theft (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Wolverhampton — 11 vs 31 incidents. That is 65% 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 Wolverhampton had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 31).