Kidderminster vs Oswestry Rural — 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

Oswestry Rural

SY10 · Shropshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Oswestry Rural has less crime — 1 vs 105 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Kidderminster recorded substantially more crime than Oswestry Rural in February 2026 — 105 incidents compared to 1, a 105.0x difference. 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 Oswestry Rural safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Oswestry Rural recorded fewer crimes than Kidderminster — 1 vs 105 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Oswestry Rural is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kidderminster and Oswestry Rural?

In February 2026, Kidderminster's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (36 incidents) while Oswestry Rural's was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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