Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE15 · Staffordshire
177
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Barlaston has less crime — 18 vs 177 incidents in February 2026.
Burton upon Trent recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in February 2026 — 177 incidents compared to 18, a 9.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Public order (2), while Burton upon Trent has more Anti-social behaviour (30) and Shoplifting (27). 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, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 18 vs 177 incidents. That is 90% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 177).