Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WV12 · Walsall
186
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
WV1 · Wolverhampton
470
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Willenhall has less crime — 186 vs 470 incidents in February 2026.
Wolverhampton recorded substantially more crime than Willenhall in February 2026 — 470 incidents compared to 186, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Willenhall sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (21) and Criminal damage & arson (19), while Wolverhampton has more Shoplifting (63) and Public order (38). 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, Willenhall recorded fewer crimes than Wolverhampton — 186 vs 470 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Wolverhampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Willenhall saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Wolverhampton had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Willenhall recorded fewer total crimes (186 vs 470).