Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY14 · Cheshire West and Chester
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SY1 · Shropshire
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Malpas has less crime — 12 vs 143 incidents in February 2026.
Shrewsbury recorded substantially more crime than Malpas in February 2026 — 143 incidents compared to 12, a 11.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Malpas sees higher rates of Other theft (4) and Public order (3), 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, Malpas recorded fewer crimes than Shrewsbury — 12 vs 143 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Malpas is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Malpas saw higher rates of Other theft and Public order while Shrewsbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Malpas recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 143).