Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester
19
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY4 · Sandwell
360
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Malpas has less crime — 19 vs 360 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Malpas in April 2026 — 360 incidents compared to 19, a 18.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Malpas sees higher rates of Public order (8) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (37) and Vehicle crime (36). Malpas is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Malpas the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 19 vs 360 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Malpas saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 360).