Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS13 · Staffordshire
200
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
WV13 · Walsall
258
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Lichfield has less crime — 200 vs 258 incidents in February 2026.
Willenhall saw somewhat more crime than Lichfield in February 2026 (258 vs 200 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lichfield sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (42), while Willenhall has more Shoplifting (41). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Lichfield recorded fewer crimes than Willenhall — 200 vs 258 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Willenhall is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lichfield saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Willenhall had more Shoplifting. Overall, Lichfield recorded fewer total crimes (200 vs 258).