Albrighton vs Wolverhampton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Albrighton

WV7 · Shropshire

11

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Drugs2
  • Burglary1

Wolverhampton

WV9 · Wolverhampton

31

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Shoplifting6
  • Other theft5

Albrighton has less crime — 11 vs 31 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Albrighton or Wolverhampton safer?

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.

What are the main differences in crime between Albrighton and Wolverhampton?

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).

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