Burton upon Trent vs Penkridge — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Burton upon Trent

DE15 · Staffordshire

145

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Shoplifting21
  • Anti-social behaviour19

Penkridge

ST19 · Staffordshire

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Penkridge has less crime — 2 vs 145 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Burton upon Trent recorded substantially more crime than Penkridge in April 2026 — 145 incidents compared to 2, a 72.5x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burton upon Trent or Penkridge safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Penkridge recorded fewer crimes than Burton upon Trent — 2 vs 145 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Penkridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Burton upon Trent and Penkridge?

In April 2026, Burton upon Trent's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (55 incidents) while Penkridge's was Shoplifting (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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