Madeley vs Wellington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Madeley

TF7 · Telford and Wrekin

183

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences100
  • Burglary18
  • Criminal damage & arson17

Wellington

TF1 · Telford and Wrekin

180

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences77
  • Shoplifting23
  • Criminal damage & arson22

Wellington has less crime — 180 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Madeley and Wellington recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 183 and 180 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Madeley sees higher rates of Burglary (18), while Wellington has more Shoplifting (23). 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 Wellington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wellington recorded fewer crimes than Madeley — 180 vs 183 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Madeley saw higher rates of Burglary while Wellington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wellington recorded fewer total crimes (180 vs 183).

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