Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF4 · Telford and Wrekin
140
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
TF8 · Telford and Wrekin
62
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
The Gorge has less crime — 62 vs 140 incidents in February 2026.
Telford recorded notably higher crime than The Gorge in February 2026 — 140 vs 62 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Telford sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (17), while The Gorge has more Other theft (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, The Gorge recorded fewer crimes than Telford — 62 vs 140 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. The Gorge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Telford saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while The Gorge had more Other theft. Overall, The Gorge recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 140).