Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV15 · Shropshire
2
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS5 · Walsall
144
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bridgnorth has less crime — 2 vs 144 incidents in April 2026.
Walsall recorded substantially more crime than Bridgnorth in April 2026 — 144 incidents compared to 2, a 72.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgnorth sees higher rates of Burglary (1) and Weapons possession (1), while Walsall has more Violence & sexual offences (57) and Shoplifting (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bridgnorth recorded fewer crimes than Walsall — 2 vs 144 incidents. That is 99% 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 Walsall had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Bridgnorth recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 144).