Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY8 · Shropshire
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 24 vs 43 incidents in April 2026.
Ludlow recorded notably higher crime than Upper Arley in April 2026 — 43 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ludlow sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (6), while Upper Arley has more Shoplifting (3) and Drugs (1). 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, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than Ludlow — 24 vs 43 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Upper Arley 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 Upper Arley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 43).