Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY16 · Powys
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY2 · Shropshire
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Llanllwchaiarn has less crime — 60 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
Shrewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Llanllwchaiarn in February 2026 — 134 vs 60 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llanllwchaiarn sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Other theft (5), while Shrewsbury has more Criminal damage & arson (26) and Anti-social behaviour (15). 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, Llanllwchaiarn recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 60 vs 134 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Llanllwchaiarn 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 Shrewsbury had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Llanllwchaiarn recorded fewer total crimes (60 vs 134).