Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY18 · Powys
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY1 · Shropshire
144
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Llanidloes has less crime — 12 vs 144 incidents in February 2026.
Shrewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Llanidloes in February 2026 — 144 incidents compared to 12, a 12.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llanidloes sees higher rates of Public order (2) and Burglary (1), while Shrewsbury has more Anti-social behaviour (21) and Criminal damage & arson (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Llanidloes recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 12 vs 144 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Llanidloes is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Llanidloes saw higher rates of Public order and Burglary while Shrewsbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Llanidloes recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 144).