Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE14 · Staffordshire
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Barlaston has less crime — 18 vs 315 incidents in February 2026.
Burton upon Trent recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in February 2026 — 315 incidents compared to 18, a 17.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Public order (2), while Burton upon Trent has more Shoplifting (36) and Anti-social behaviour (30). Barlaston is below the national average while Burton upon Trent is above, making Barlaston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 18 vs 315 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Barlaston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barlaston saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Public order while Burton upon Trent had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 315).