Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV9 · Warwickshire
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B78 · Staffordshire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Atherstone has less crime — 59 vs 94 incidents in February 2026.
Tamworth recorded notably higher crime than Atherstone in February 2026 — 94 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8), while Tamworth has more Other theft (7). 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, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 59 vs 94 incidents. That is 37% 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 Other theft. Overall, Atherstone recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 94).