Walsall vs Wolverhampton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Walsall

WS4 · Walsall

122

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Criminal damage & arson20
  • Vehicle crime14

Wolverhampton

WV9 · Wolverhampton

38

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Shoplifting8
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Wolverhampton has less crime — 38 vs 122 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Walsall recorded substantially more crime than Wolverhampton in February 2026 — 122 incidents compared to 38, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Walsall sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (14), while Wolverhampton has more Shoplifting (8). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Walsall or Wolverhampton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wolverhampton recorded fewer crimes than Walsall — 38 vs 122 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Wolverhampton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Walsall and Wolverhampton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Walsall saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Wolverhampton had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wolverhampton recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 122).

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