Madeley vs Telford — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Madeley

TF7 · Telford and Wrekin

201

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences102
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Telford

TF4 · Telford and Wrekin

140

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences68
  • Anti-social behaviour23
  • Criminal damage & arson17

Telford has less crime — 140 vs 201 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Madeley saw somewhat more crime than Telford in February 2026 (201 vs 140 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Madeley records significantly more (102 vs 68 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Madeley or Telford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Telford recorded fewer crimes than Madeley — 140 vs 201 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Madeley is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Madeley and Telford?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Madeley recorded 102 incidents of this type vs 68 in Telford. Overall, Telford had fewer total crimes (140 vs 201).

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