Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY8 · Shropshire
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester
19
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Malpas has less crime — 19 vs 43 incidents in April 2026.
Ludlow recorded notably higher crime than Malpas in April 2026 — 43 vs 19 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ludlow sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (6), while Malpas has more Public order (8) and Anti-social behaviour (3). 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, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than Ludlow — 19 vs 43 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ludlow saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Malpas had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 43).