Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV9 · Warwickshire
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B77 · Staffordshire
161
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Atherstone has less crime — 59 vs 161 incidents in February 2026.
Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Atherstone in February 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 59, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8), while Tamworth has more Public order (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 59 vs 161 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Atherstone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Atherstone saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Tamworth had more Public order. Overall, Atherstone recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 161).