Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS9 · Walsall
101
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS13 · Staffordshire
232
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Aldridge has less crime — 101 vs 232 incidents in April 2026.
Lichfield recorded notably higher crime than Aldridge in April 2026 — 232 vs 101 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldridge sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11) and Vehicle crime (10), while Lichfield has more Anti-social behaviour (48) and Shoplifting (33). Aldridge is below the national average while Lichfield is above, making Aldridge the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Aldridge recorded fewer crimes than Lichfield — 101 vs 232 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Aldridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aldridge saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime while Lichfield had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Aldridge recorded fewer total crimes (101 vs 232).