Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY3 · Shropshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 24 vs 70 incidents in April 2026.
Shrewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Upper Arley in April 2026 — 70 incidents compared to 24, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shrewsbury sees higher rates of Public order (7) 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 Shrewsbury — 24 vs 70 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Upper Arley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Shrewsbury saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Upper Arley had more Shoplifting and Drugs. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 70).