Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WV5 · Staffordshire
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Albrighton has less crime — 28 vs 31 incidents in February 2026.
Albrighton and Wombourne recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 28 and 31 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Wombourne has more Public order (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Wombourne — 28 vs 31 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Albrighton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Albrighton saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wombourne had more Public order. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 31).