Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS8 · Walsall
96
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS6 · Staffordshire
67
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Great Wyrley has less crime — 67 vs 96 incidents in February 2026.
Brownhills saw somewhat more crime than Great Wyrley in February 2026 (96 vs 67 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brownhills sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13) and Shoplifting (10), while Great Wyrley has more Public order (6) and Vehicle crime (6). 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, Great Wyrley recorded fewer crimes than Brownhills — 67 vs 96 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Great Wyrley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brownhills saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Great Wyrley had more Public order and Vehicle crime. Overall, Great Wyrley recorded fewer total crimes (67 vs 96).