Cleobury Mortimer vs Shrewsbury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cleobury Mortimer

DY14 · Shropshire

8

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Vehicle crime1

Shrewsbury

SY3 · Shropshire

70

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Public order7
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Cleobury Mortimer has less crime — 8 vs 70 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Shrewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Cleobury Mortimer in April 2026 — 70 incidents compared to 8, a 8.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cleobury Mortimer sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (1), while Shrewsbury has more Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cleobury Mortimer or Shrewsbury safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 8 vs 70 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Cleobury Mortimer is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cleobury Mortimer and Shrewsbury?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cleobury Mortimer saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Shrewsbury had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 70).

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