Kidderminster vs Malpas — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kidderminster

DY10 · Worcestershire

105

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Criminal damage & arson16
  • Anti-social behaviour15

Malpas

SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester

12

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft4
  • Public order3
  • Violence & sexual offences3

Malpas has less crime — 12 vs 105 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Kidderminster recorded substantially more crime than Malpas in February 2026 — 105 incidents compared to 12, a 8.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16) and Anti-social behaviour (15), while Malpas has more Other theft (4) and Public order (3). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kidderminster or Malpas safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 12 vs 105 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kidderminster and Malpas?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Malpas had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 105).

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