Kidderminster vs Malpas — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kidderminster

DY10 · Worcestershire

118

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Vehicle crime29
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Malpas

SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester

19

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Public order8
  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Malpas has less crime — 19 vs 118 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kidderminster recorded substantially more crime than Malpas in April 2026 — 118 incidents compared to 19, a 6.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidderminster sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (29) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Malpas has more Public order (8) and Anti-social behaviour (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 April 2026 Police data, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 19 vs 118 incidents. That is 84% 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 April 2026, Kidderminster saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Malpas had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 118).

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