Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF10 · Telford and Wrekin
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TF1 · Telford and Wrekin
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Newport has less crime — 48 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.
Wellington recorded substantially more crime than Newport in February 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 48, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Wellington has more Shoplifting (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Newport recorded fewer crimes than Wellington — 48 vs 134 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Newport is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Other theft while Wellington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 134).