Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY1 · Shropshire
144
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
DY4 · Sandwell
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Shrewsbury has less crime — 144 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Shrewsbury in February 2026 — 325 vs 144 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shrewsbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (21) and Criminal damage & arson (14), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36) and Shoplifting (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Shrewsbury recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 144 vs 325 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Shrewsbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Shrewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (144 vs 325).