Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY11 · Shropshire
45
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 24 vs 45 incidents in April 2026.
Oswestry recorded notably higher crime than Upper Arley in April 2026 — 45 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Oswestry sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (16) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Upper Arley has more Shoplifting (3) and Drugs (1). 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, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than Oswestry — 24 vs 45 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Upper Arley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Oswestry saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Upper Arley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 45).