Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY6 · Shropshire
9
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY12 · Shropshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Church Stretton has less crime — 9 vs 18 incidents in February 2026.
Ellesmere recorded notably higher crime than Church Stretton in February 2026 — 18 vs 9 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Church Stretton sees higher rates of Burglary (2), while Ellesmere has more Shoplifting (2). 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, Church Stretton recorded fewer crimes than Ellesmere — 9 vs 18 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Church Stretton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Church Stretton saw higher rates of Burglary while Ellesmere had more Shoplifting. Overall, Church Stretton recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 18).