Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF10 · Telford and Wrekin
44
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TF5 · Telford and Wrekin
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Wellington has less crime — 35 vs 44 incidents in April 2026.
Newport saw somewhat more crime than Wellington in April 2026 (44 vs 35 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Other theft (4), while Wellington has more Shoplifting (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Wellington recorded fewer crimes than Newport — 35 vs 44 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Wellington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Other theft while Wellington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wellington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 44).