Burntwood vs Lichfield — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Burntwood

WS7 · Staffordshire

121

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences47
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Public order11

Lichfield

WS13 · Staffordshire

232

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences79
  • Anti-social behaviour48
  • Shoplifting33

Burntwood has less crime — 121 vs 232 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Lichfield recorded notably higher crime than Burntwood in April 2026 — 232 vs 121 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burntwood sees higher rates of Public order (11), while Lichfield has more Shoplifting (33). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burntwood or Lichfield safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Burntwood recorded fewer crimes than Lichfield — 121 vs 232 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Lichfield is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Burntwood and Lichfield?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burntwood saw higher rates of Public order while Lichfield had more Shoplifting. Overall, Burntwood recorded fewer total crimes (121 vs 232).

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