Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY12 · Shropshire
21
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY4 · Sandwell
360
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Ellesmere has less crime — 21 vs 360 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Ellesmere in April 2026 — 360 incidents compared to 21, a 17.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ellesmere sees higher rates of Burglary (2), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36). Ellesmere is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Ellesmere the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Ellesmere recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 21 vs 360 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Ellesmere is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ellesmere saw higher rates of Burglary while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Ellesmere recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 360).