Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY8 · Shropshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Malpas has less crime — 12 vs 48 incidents in February 2026.
Ludlow recorded substantially more crime than Malpas in February 2026 — 48 incidents compared to 12, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ludlow sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (6), while Malpas has more Other theft (4) and Public order (3). 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, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than Ludlow — 12 vs 48 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ludlow saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Malpas had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 48).