Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TF4 · Telford and Wrekin
140
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
TF5 · Telford and Wrekin
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wellington has less crime — 33 vs 140 incidents in February 2026.
Telford recorded substantially more crime than Wellington in February 2026 — 140 incidents compared to 33, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Telford sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (17), while Wellington has more Public order (3). 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, Wellington recorded fewer crimes than Telford — 33 vs 140 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Wellington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Telford saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wellington had more Public order. Overall, Wellington recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 140).