Oswestry Rural vs Upper Arley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Oswestry Rural

SY10 · Shropshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Upper Arley

DY12 · Worcestershire

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Shoplifting2

Oswestry Rural has less crime — 1 vs 20 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Upper Arley recorded substantially more crime than Oswestry Rural in February 2026 — 20 incidents compared to 1, a 20.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Oswestry Rural or Upper Arley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Oswestry Rural recorded fewer crimes than Upper Arley — 1 vs 20 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Oswestry Rural is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Oswestry Rural's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) while Upper Arley's was Violence & sexual offences (8 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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