Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY16 · Powys
60
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY1 · Shropshire
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Llanllwchaiarn has less crime — 60 vs 143 incidents in February 2026.
Shrewsbury recorded notably higher crime than Llanllwchaiarn in February 2026 — 143 vs 60 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llanllwchaiarn sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6) and Other theft (5), while Shrewsbury has more Anti-social behaviour (21) and Criminal damage & arson (14). 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, Llanllwchaiarn recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 60 vs 143 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Llanllwchaiarn is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Llanllwchaiarn saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Shrewsbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Llanllwchaiarn recorded fewer total crimes (60 vs 143).