Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS14 · Staffordshire
35
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WV9 · Wolverhampton
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Swinfen and Packington has less crime — 35 vs 38 incidents in February 2026.
Swinfen and Packington and Wolverhampton recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 35 and 38 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swinfen and Packington sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (6) and Other theft (4), while Wolverhampton has more Shoplifting (8) and Criminal damage & arson (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, Swinfen and Packington recorded fewer crimes than Wolverhampton — 35 vs 38 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Swinfen and Packington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Swinfen and Packington saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Wolverhampton had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Swinfen and Packington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 38).