Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS15 · Staffordshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WV5 · Staffordshire
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wombourne has less crime — 31 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.
Brereton recorded notably higher crime than Wombourne in February 2026 — 71 vs 31 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brereton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Vehicle crime (8), while Wombourne has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Public order (4). 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, Wombourne recorded fewer crimes than Brereton — 31 vs 71 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Wombourne is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brereton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Wombourne had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Wombourne recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 71).