Wednesfield vs Wolverhampton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Wednesfield

WV10 · Wolverhampton

212

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences106
  • Shoplifting24
  • Vehicle crime15

Wolverhampton

WV3 · Wolverhampton

265

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences113
  • Vehicle crime29
  • Shoplifting23

Wednesfield has less crime — 212 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Wolverhampton saw somewhat more crime than Wednesfield in February 2026 (265 vs 212 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wednesfield or Wolverhampton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wednesfield recorded fewer crimes than Wolverhampton — 212 vs 265 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Wolverhampton is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Wednesfield and Wolverhampton?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Wednesfield recorded 106 incidents of this type vs 113 in Wolverhampton. Overall, Wednesfield had fewer total crimes (212 vs 265).

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