Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
25
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 24 vs 25 incidents in April 2026.
Barlaston and Upper Arley recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 25 and 24 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Burglary (4) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while Upper Arley has more Shoplifting (3) and Drugs (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than Barlaston — 24 vs 25 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Upper Arley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barlaston saw higher rates of Burglary and Anti-social behaviour while Upper Arley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 25).