Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS9 · Walsall
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
WS5 · Walsall
116
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Aldridge has less crime — 44 vs 116 incidents in February 2026.
Walsall recorded substantially more crime than Aldridge in February 2026 — 116 incidents compared to 44, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldridge sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Other theft (7), while Walsall has more Criminal damage & arson (16) and Vehicle crime (15). 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, Aldridge recorded fewer crimes than Walsall — 44 vs 116 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Aldridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aldridge saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Walsall had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Aldridge recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 116).