Hopesay vs Shrewsbury — 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

Shrewsbury

SY2 · Shropshire

130

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences77
  • Criminal damage & arson14
  • Shoplifting8

Hopesay has less crime — 1 vs 130 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Shrewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Hopesay in April 2026 — 130 incidents compared to 1, a 130.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hopesay sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Shrewsbury has more Violence & sexual offences (77) and Criminal damage & arson (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hopesay or Shrewsbury safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hopesay recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 1 vs 130 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Hopesay is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hopesay saw higher rates of Other crime while Shrewsbury had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hopesay recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 130).

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