Church Stretton vs Hopesay — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Church Stretton

SY6 · Shropshire

8

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Burglary2
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Hopesay

SY7 · Shropshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Hopesay has less crime — 1 vs 8 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Church Stretton recorded substantially more crime than Hopesay in February 2026 — 8 incidents compared to 1, a 8.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Church Stretton or Hopesay safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hopesay recorded fewer crimes than Church Stretton — 1 vs 8 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Hopesay is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Church Stretton and Hopesay?

In February 2026, Church Stretton's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (4 incidents) while Hopesay's was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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