Hopesay vs Oswestry — 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

Oswestry

SY11 · Shropshire

45

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Hopesay has less crime — 1 vs 45 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Oswestry recorded substantially more crime than Hopesay in April 2026 — 45 incidents compared to 1, a 45.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hopesay sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Oswestry has more Anti-social behaviour (16) and Violence & sexual offences (15). 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 Oswestry safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hopesay recorded fewer crimes than Oswestry — 1 vs 45 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 Oswestry?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hopesay saw higher rates of Other crime while Oswestry had more Anti-social behaviour and Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Hopesay recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 45).

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