Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF9 · Shropshire
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TF4 · Telford and Wrekin
107
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Sutton upon Tern has less crime — 34 vs 107 incidents in April 2026.
Telford recorded substantially more crime than Sutton upon Tern in April 2026 — 107 incidents compared to 34, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sutton upon Tern sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Telford has more Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Sutton upon Tern recorded fewer crimes than Telford — 34 vs 107 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Sutton upon Tern is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Sutton upon Tern saw higher rates of Public order while Telford had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Sutton upon Tern recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 107).