Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY14 · Shropshire
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY12 · Shropshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Cleobury Mortimer has less crime — 12 vs 18 incidents in February 2026.
Ellesmere recorded notably higher crime than Cleobury Mortimer in February 2026 — 18 vs 12 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cleobury Mortimer sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Weapons possession (1), while Ellesmere has more Shoplifting (2) and Other theft (1). 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, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer crimes than Ellesmere — 12 vs 18 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Cleobury Mortimer is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cleobury Mortimer saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Weapons possession while Ellesmere had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 18).