Ellesmere vs Hopesay — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ellesmere

SY12 · Shropshire

18

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Shoplifting2
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Hopesay

SY7 · Shropshire

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Hopesay has less crime — 1 vs 18 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ellesmere recorded substantially more crime than Hopesay in February 2026 — 18 incidents compared to 1, a 18.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ellesmere or Hopesay safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hopesay recorded fewer crimes than Ellesmere — 1 vs 18 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Hopesay is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ellesmere and Hopesay?

In February 2026, Ellesmere's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (12 incidents) while Hopesay's was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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