Newport vs Wellington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newport

TF10 · Telford and Wrekin

48

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Other theft5

Wellington

TF1 · Telford and Wrekin

134

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences53
  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Shoplifting14

Newport has less crime — 48 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Wellington recorded substantially more crime than Newport in February 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 48, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Wellington has more Shoplifting (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newport or Wellington safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Newport recorded fewer crimes than Wellington — 48 vs 134 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Newport is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Newport and Wellington?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newport saw higher rates of Other theft while Wellington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 134).

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