Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY9 · Shropshire
13
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 13 incidents in February 2026.
Lydham and Malpas recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 13 and 12 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lydham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Malpas has more 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 Lydham — 12 vs 13 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Lydham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Malpas had more Public order. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 13).