Hopesay vs Ludlow — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hopesay

SY7 · Shropshire

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other crime1

Ludlow

SY8 · Shropshire

43

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Other theft6
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Hopesay has less crime — 1 vs 43 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ludlow recorded substantially more crime than Hopesay in April 2026 — 43 incidents compared to 1, a 43.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hopesay sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Ludlow has more Violence & sexual offences (15) and Other theft (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hopesay or Ludlow safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hopesay recorded fewer crimes than Ludlow — 1 vs 43 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Hopesay is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Hopesay and Ludlow?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hopesay saw higher rates of Other crime while Ludlow had more Violence & sexual offences and Other theft. Overall, Hopesay recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 43).

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