Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE13 · Staffordshire
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DE15 · Staffordshire
177
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Branston has less crime — 13 vs 177 incidents in February 2026.
Burton upon Trent recorded substantially more crime than Branston in February 2026 — 177 incidents compared to 13, a 13.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Branston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (2) and Other theft (1), 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, Branston recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 13 vs 177 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Branston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Branston saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Burton upon Trent had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Branston recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 177).