Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY18 · Powys
12
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Llanidloes has less crime — 12 vs 24 incidents in April 2026.
Upper Arley recorded notably higher crime than Llanidloes in April 2026 — 24 vs 12 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llanidloes sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Upper Arley has more Shoplifting (3) and Drugs (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Llanidloes recorded fewer crimes than Upper Arley — 12 vs 24 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Llanidloes is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Llanidloes saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Upper Arley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Llanidloes recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 24).