Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY14 · Shropshire
8
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B69 · Sandwell
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Cleobury Mortimer has less crime — 8 vs 252 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Cleobury Mortimer in April 2026 — 252 incidents compared to 8, a 31.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cleobury Mortimer sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (1), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (70) and Criminal damage & arson (19). Cleobury Mortimer is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Cleobury Mortimer the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 8 vs 252 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Cleobury Mortimer is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cleobury Mortimer saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cleobury Mortimer recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 252).