Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
25
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B77 · Staffordshire
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Barlaston has less crime — 25 vs 222 incidents in April 2026.
Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in April 2026 — 222 incidents compared to 25, a 8.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Burglary (4), while Tamworth has more Public order (21). Barlaston is below the national average while Tamworth is above, making Barlaston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 25 vs 222 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Barlaston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barlaston saw higher rates of Burglary while Tamworth had more Public order. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 222).