Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF9 · Shropshire
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TF5 · Telford and Wrekin
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wellington has less crime — 33 vs 37 incidents in February 2026.
Sutton upon Tern and Wellington recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 37 and 33 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sutton upon Tern sees higher rates of Drugs (6), while Wellington has more Public order (3). 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, Wellington recorded fewer crimes than Sutton upon Tern — 33 vs 37 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes. Wellington 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 Wellington had more Public order. Overall, Wellington recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 37).