Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV7 · Shropshire
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WV3 · Wolverhampton
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Albrighton has less crime — 28 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
Wolverhampton recorded substantially more crime than Albrighton in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 28, a 9.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Albrighton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Wolverhampton has more Vehicle crime (29). Albrighton is below the national average while Wolverhampton is above, making Albrighton the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Albrighton recorded fewer crimes than Wolverhampton — 28 vs 265 incidents. That is 89% 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 Wolverhampton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Albrighton recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 265).