Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF9 · Shropshire
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TF8 · Telford and Wrekin
62
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sutton upon Tern has less crime — 37 vs 62 incidents in February 2026.
The Gorge recorded notably higher crime than Sutton upon Tern in February 2026 — 62 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sutton upon Tern sees higher rates of Drugs (6), while The Gorge has more Other theft (6). 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, Sutton upon Tern recorded fewer crimes than The Gorge — 37 vs 62 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Sutton upon Tern is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sutton upon Tern saw higher rates of Drugs while The Gorge had more Other theft. Overall, Sutton upon Tern recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 62).