Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF11 · Shropshire
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TF5 · Telford and Wrekin
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Shifnal has less crime — 29 vs 33 incidents in February 2026.
Shifnal and Wellington recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 29 and 33 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shifnal sees higher rates of Other theft (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Wellington has more Anti-social behaviour (8) and Public order (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Shifnal recorded fewer crimes than Wellington — 29 vs 33 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Shifnal is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Shifnal saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Wellington had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Shifnal recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 33).