Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV15 · Shropshire
2
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS6 · Staffordshire
76
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Bridgnorth has less crime — 2 vs 76 incidents in April 2026.
Great Wyrley recorded substantially more crime than Bridgnorth in April 2026 — 76 incidents compared to 2, a 38.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgnorth sees higher rates of Burglary (1) and Weapons possession (1), while Great Wyrley has more Violence & sexual offences (32) and Public order (9). 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, Bridgnorth recorded fewer crimes than Great Wyrley — 2 vs 76 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Bridgnorth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bridgnorth saw higher rates of Burglary and Weapons possession while Great Wyrley had more Violence & sexual offences and Public order. Overall, Bridgnorth recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 76).