Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY8 · Shropshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
DY12 · Worcestershire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Upper Arley has less crime — 20 vs 48 incidents in February 2026.
Ludlow recorded notably higher crime than Upper Arley in February 2026 — 48 vs 20 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ludlow sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6), while Upper Arley has more Weapons possession (2). 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, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than Ludlow — 20 vs 48 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Upper Arley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ludlow saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Upper Arley had more Weapons possession. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 48).