Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY16 · Powys
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY8 · Shropshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ludlow has less crime — 48 vs 60 incidents in February 2026.
Llanllwchaiarn saw somewhat more crime than Ludlow in February 2026 (60 vs 48 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llanllwchaiarn sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Other theft (5), while Ludlow has more Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (6). 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, Ludlow recorded fewer crimes than Llanllwchaiarn — 48 vs 60 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Ludlow is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Llanllwchaiarn saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Ludlow had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Ludlow recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 60).