Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WV11 · Wolverhampton
149
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Albrighton has less crime — 28 vs 149 incidents in February 2026.
Wednesfield recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in February 2026 — 149 incidents compared to 28, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Wednesfield has more Criminal damage & arson (13). 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, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Wednesfield — 28 vs 149 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Albrighton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Albrighton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Wednesfield had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 149).