Church Stretton vs Whitchurch Rural — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Church Stretton

SY6 · Shropshire

9

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Burglary2
  • Other theft2

Whitchurch Rural

SY13 · Shropshire

4

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Drugs1

Whitchurch Rural has less crime — 4 vs 9 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Church Stretton recorded notably higher crime than Whitchurch Rural in February 2026 — 9 vs 4 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Church Stretton sees higher rates of Burglary (2) and Other theft (2), while Whitchurch Rural has more Drugs (1). 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 Whitchurch Rural safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Whitchurch Rural recorded fewer crimes than Church Stretton — 4 vs 9 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Whitchurch Rural is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Church Stretton saw higher rates of Burglary and Other theft while Whitchurch Rural had more Drugs. Overall, Whitchurch Rural recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 9).

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