Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF3 · Telford and Wrekin
217
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
TF8 · Telford and Wrekin
55
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
The Gorge has less crime — 55 vs 217 incidents in April 2026.
Hollinswood recorded substantially more crime than The Gorge in April 2026 — 217 incidents compared to 55, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hollinswood sees higher rates of Shoplifting (42) and Other theft (15), while The Gorge has more Criminal damage & arson (6) and Public order (4). Hollinswood sits above the national average for recorded crime while The Gorge is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, The Gorge recorded fewer crimes than Hollinswood — 55 vs 217 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. The Gorge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hollinswood saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while The Gorge had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, The Gorge recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 217).