Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF9 · Shropshire
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TF8 · Telford and Wrekin
55
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Sutton upon Tern has less crime — 34 vs 55 incidents in April 2026.
The Gorge recorded notably higher crime than Sutton upon Tern in April 2026 — 55 vs 34 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sutton upon Tern sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6), while The Gorge has more Criminal damage & arson (6). 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, Sutton upon Tern recorded fewer crimes than The Gorge — 34 vs 55 incidents. That is 38% 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 Shoplifting while The Gorge had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Sutton upon Tern recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 55).