Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF7 · Telford and Wrekin
201
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
TF5 · Telford and Wrekin
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wellington has less crime — 33 vs 201 incidents in February 2026.
Madeley recorded substantially more crime than Wellington in February 2026 — 201 incidents compared to 33, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Madeley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (14), while Wellington has more Public order (3). Madeley sits above the national average for recorded crime while Wellington is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wellington recorded fewer crimes than Madeley — 33 vs 201 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Wellington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Madeley saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wellington had more Public order. Overall, Wellington recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 201).