Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY16 · Powys
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY11 · Shropshire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Oswestry has less crime — 30 vs 60 incidents in February 2026.
Llanllwchaiarn recorded notably higher crime than Oswestry in February 2026 — 60 vs 30 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llanllwchaiarn sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Other theft (5), while Oswestry has more Anti-social behaviour (3) and Drugs (2). 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, Oswestry recorded fewer crimes than Llanllwchaiarn — 30 vs 60 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Oswestry 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 Oswestry had more Anti-social behaviour and Drugs. Overall, Oswestry recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 60).