Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS7 · Staffordshire
121
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
WS3 · Walsall
292
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Burntwood has less crime — 121 vs 292 incidents in April 2026.
Willenhall recorded notably higher crime than Burntwood in April 2026 — 292 vs 121 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burntwood sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (16) and Public order (11), while Willenhall has more Shoplifting (42) and Criminal damage & arson (41). 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, Burntwood recorded fewer crimes than Willenhall — 121 vs 292 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Willenhall is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Burntwood saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Willenhall had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Burntwood recorded fewer total crimes (121 vs 292).