Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY3 · Shropshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DY4 · Sandwell
360
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Shrewsbury has less crime — 70 vs 360 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Shrewsbury in April 2026 — 360 incidents compared to 70, a 5.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shrewsbury sees higher rates of Public order (7), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (36). Shrewsbury is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Shrewsbury the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Shrewsbury recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 70 vs 360 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Shrewsbury 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 while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Shrewsbury recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 360).