Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
ST8 · Staffordshire
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Barlaston has less crime — 18 vs 82 incidents in February 2026.
Biddulph recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in February 2026 — 82 incidents compared to 18, a 4.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Biddulph has more Public order (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than Biddulph — 18 vs 82 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Barlaston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barlaston saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Biddulph had more Public order. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 82).