Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS9 · Walsall
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS13 · Staffordshire
200
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Aldridge has less crime — 44 vs 200 incidents in February 2026.
Lichfield recorded substantially more crime than Aldridge in February 2026 — 200 incidents compared to 44, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldridge sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Other theft (7), while Lichfield has more Anti-social behaviour (42) and Vehicle crime (29). Aldridge is below the national average while Lichfield is above, making Aldridge the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aldridge recorded fewer crimes than Lichfield — 44 vs 200 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Aldridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aldridge saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Lichfield had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Aldridge recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 200).