Kidsgrove vs Kinver — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kidsgrove

ST7 · Staffordshire

33

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Shoplifting4

Kinver

DY7 · Staffordshire

7

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Kinver has less crime — 7 vs 33 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Kidsgrove recorded substantially more crime than Kinver in February 2026 — 33 incidents compared to 7, a 4.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidsgrove sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4), while Kinver has more Criminal damage & arson (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kidsgrove or Kinver safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Kinver recorded fewer crimes than Kidsgrove — 7 vs 33 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Kinver is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kidsgrove and Kinver?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kidsgrove saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Kinver had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Kinver recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 33).

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