Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS9 · Walsall
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS14 · Staffordshire
35
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Swinfen and Packington has less crime — 35 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.
Aldridge saw somewhat more crime than Swinfen and Packington in February 2026 (44 vs 35 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldridge sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Other theft (7), while Swinfen and Packington has more Vehicle crime (6) and Anti-social behaviour (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, Swinfen and Packington recorded fewer crimes than Aldridge — 35 vs 44 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Swinfen and Packington 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 Swinfen and Packington had more Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Swinfen and Packington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 44).