Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DY12 · Worcestershire
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B79 · Staffordshire
37
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 24 vs 37 incidents in April 2026.
Wigginton recorded notably higher crime than Upper Arley in April 2026 — 37 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Upper Arley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3) and Drugs (1), while Wigginton has more Anti-social behaviour (11) and Vehicle crime (3). 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, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than Wigginton — 24 vs 37 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Upper Arley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Upper Arley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Drugs while Wigginton had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 37).