Penkridge vs Stoke-on-Trent — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Penkridge

ST19 · Staffordshire

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 · Stoke-on-Trent

348

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences115
  • Anti-social behaviour62
  • Shoplifting38

Penkridge has less crime — 2 vs 348 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stoke-on-Trent recorded substantially more crime than Penkridge in April 2026 — 348 incidents compared to 2, a 174.0x difference. Penkridge is below the national average while Stoke-on-Trent is above, making Penkridge the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Penkridge or Stoke-on-Trent safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Penkridge recorded fewer crimes than Stoke-on-Trent — 2 vs 348 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Penkridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Penkridge and Stoke-on-Trent?

In April 2026, Penkridge's top crime category was Shoplifting (1 incidents) while Stoke-on-Trent's was Violence & sexual offences (115 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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