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Overview of Shropshire crime rate

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Shropshire stands out as a beacon of tranquility, with a low crime rating that places it 20th amongst 25 neighboring boroughs for its crime rate. This picturesque county, with its rolling hills and historic towns, reported 22,949 incidents of crime in 2023 against a population of 323,606. This results in a crime rate of 70.92 incidents per 1,000 residents, reflecting a notable decrease of 4.79% from the previous year, showcasing Shropshire’s commitment to maintaining peace and security.

The majority of criminal activities in Shropshire are dominated by Violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.9% of incidents, followed by Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. In contrast, Bicycle theft, Robbery, and Theft from the person are significantly less common, underscoring the county’s relatively safe environment.

Shropshire’s vast expanse is divided into 63 wards, each with its unique character and safety profile. High crime rates are observed in the wards of Quarry and Coton Hill, Oswestry South, and Castlefields and Ditherington, highlighting areas where community and law enforcement efforts are particularly focused. On the flip side, Cheswardine, Clun, and The Meres are lauded for their low crime rates, epitomizing the idyllic and secure lifestyle that Shropshire offers.

Exploring the county through its postcode districts, DY7, SY1, and TF7 are identified as having higher crime rates. Conversely, the postcodes SY9, SY10, and CW3 boast the lowest crime rates, further illustrating the varied safety landscape across Shropshire.

Shropshire embodies the quintessential English countryside charm, with its blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, all the while championing a secure and safe environment for its residents and visitors alike.

In Shropshire, there have been notable shifts in crime trends. Anti-social behaviour decreased significantly by 7.47% in 2020, but increased by 9.12% in 2021, followed by a sharp decline of 13.03% in 2022 and a further decrease of 3.07% in 2023. Public order offences rose by 2.17% in 2022. Shoplifting saw an increase of 2.83% in 2023. Violence and sexual offences experienced an increase of 2.5% in 2021 and 2.61% in 2022. Additionally, Other theft decreased by 1.74% in 2020.

Shropshire crime incidents by crime type

A total of 22949 crime incidents were reported in 2023. Below is the breakdown by crime type.

Violence and sexual offences – 8457 (36.9)%
Anti-social behaviour – 3693 (16.1)%
Shoplifting – 2297 (10.0)%
Criminal damage and arson – 1858 (8.1)%
Public order – 1749 (7.6)%
Other theft – 1707 (7.4)%
Burglary – 1014 (4.4)%
Vehicle crime – 767 (3.3)%
Drugs – 437 (1.9)%
Other crime – 414 (1.8)%
Possession of weapons – 227 (1.0)%
Bicycle theft – 120 (0.5)%
Robbery – 111 (0.5)%
Theft from the person – 98 (0.4)%

How does Shropshire compare against nearby areas ?

Shropshire ranks 20th when compared against 25 nearby boroughs/local administrative districts.

List of nearby boroughs/local administrative districts from high crime rate to low (2023):

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Crime rates in Shropshire wards

There are 63 wards within Shropshire. Quarry and Coton Hill, Oswestry South, Castlefields and Ditherington has highest crime rate (crime per 1000 residents). Below map shows 2023 crime rates broken down by crime types.

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List of all 63 wards from high crime rate to low.