Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DE13 · Staffordshire
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
ST11 · Staffordshire
27
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Branston has less crime — 13 vs 27 incidents in February 2026.
Forsbrook recorded notably higher crime than Branston in February 2026 — 27 vs 13 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Branston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (2) and Other theft (1), while Forsbrook has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Burglary (3). 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, Branston recorded fewer crimes than Forsbrook — 13 vs 27 incidents. That is 52% 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 Forsbrook had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Branston recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 27).