Newport vs Oswestry Rural — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newport

SA42 · Pembrokeshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Oswestry Rural

SY10 · Shropshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Both areas recorded the same number of crimes (1) in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newport and Oswestry Rural recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 1 and 1 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (1), while Oswestry Rural has more Anti-social behaviour (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newport or Oswestry Rural safer?

Newport and Oswestry Rural recorded identical crime totals in February 2026 (1 incidents each). The full reports reveal differences in crime type and trend that the headline figure doesn't capture.

What are the main differences in crime between Newport and Oswestry Rural?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences while Oswestry Rural had more Anti-social behaviour. Total crime levels were similar.

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