Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY18 · Powys
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY3 · Shropshire
96
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Llanidloes has less crime — 12 vs 96 incidents in February 2026.
Shrewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Llanidloes in February 2026 — 96 incidents compared to 12, a 8.0x 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 Other theft (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Llanidloes recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 12 vs 96 incidents. That is 88% 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 Other theft. Overall, Llanidloes recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 96).