Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B78 · Staffordshire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Barlaston has less crime — 18 vs 94 incidents in February 2026.
Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in February 2026 — 94 incidents compared to 18, a 5.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Public order (2), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (17) and 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, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 18 vs 94 incidents. That is 81% 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 Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 94).