Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Malpas has less crime — 12 vs 20 incidents in February 2026.
Upper Arley recorded notably higher crime than Malpas in February 2026 — 20 vs 12 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Malpas sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Public order (3), while Upper Arley has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Shoplifting (2). 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 Upper Arley — 12 vs 20 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Malpas saw higher rates of Other theft and Public order while Upper Arley had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 20).