Albrighton Crime Rate

About Albrighton Crime Statistics

Albrighton experiences an overall crime rate of 35.0 crimes per 1,000 people per year, which is substantially lower than the national average of 93.1 per 1,000. This results in an excellent safety score of 92 out of 100, significantly higher than the UK average of 78/100. Over the past year, the crime trend in Albrighton has been increasing, with a rise of 5.1%. These figures highlight a generally safe environment within this built-up area, providing context for a more detailed look into crime types and temporal patterns.

Albrighton Crime Type Analysis

In Albrighton, Violence and sexual offences represent the most common crime, accounting for 40.2% of all incidents with 115 reported crimes (14.1 per 1,000 residents). Shoplifting is the second most frequent, making up 12.6% of crimes (36 incidents, 4.4 per 1,000), followed by Anti-social behaviour as the third highest at 10.8% (31 incidents, 3.8 per 1,000).

Considering property-related crime, which encompasses burglary, robbery, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, and other theft, Albrighton records a rate of 13.3 crimes per 1,000 people per year. This is considerably below the UK average of 32.9 per 1,000, indicating a reduced risk for residents and businesses. However, the presence of shoplifting among the top three crimes highlights the importance of vigilance in commercial areas. Residents should also be mindful of other theft and burglary, as these contribute to the overall property crime figures.

Crime Trends in Albrighton

Albrighton has experienced an increasing crime trend over the last year, with a rise of 5.1% year-over-year. Monthly crime rates per 1,000 residents show fluctuations. Starting at 2.3 in November 2024, the rate saw a dip to 2.1 in December 2024, followed by a gradual increase to a peak of 3.8 in May 2025, before ending at 3.4 in October 2025. This upward trend suggests a need for increased awareness despite the area's overall good safety score.

How To Keep Safe in Albrighton

Given that Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type in Albrighton, it is crucial to prioritise personal safety. When out in the village, especially during evenings or weekends, try to stay with friends and remain aware of your surroundings. Avoid walking alone in poorly lit or isolated areas, and plan your journey home in advance. If you feel threatened or uncomfortable, seek assistance from a trusted person or venue staff, and report any suspicious behaviour to the police.

Understanding Crime Time Patterns in Albrighton

Crime in Albrighton exhibits distinct patterns throughout the day and night. During the morning (6am-12pm), theft-related offences are most prevalent at 53%, alongside vehicle crime at 19% and burglary at 14%. The afternoon (12pm-6pm) also sees significant theft (57%) and burglary increasing to 23%, while vehicle crime drops to 7%. In the evening (6pm-12am), 'Other crimes' become the majority at 29%, with theft at 27% and vehicle crime at 21%. Night hours (12am-6am) are marked by a higher proportion of vehicle crime (47%) and burglary (26%), with 'Other crimes' at 16%, suggesting a shift towards crimes committed under the cover of darkness.

Crime in Nearby Areas

Comparing Albrighton's crime rate of 35.0 per 1,000 provides context against its surrounding areas. Bishops Wood and Old Perton both report 0.0 crimes per 1,000 people/year in the provided data, which suggests data limitations rather than an absence of crime. Pattingham, with a rate of 38.1 per 1,000, is comparable, while Shifnal (51.1 per 1,000) has a higher crime rate. These comparisons highlight that Albrighton maintains a very good safety profile, particularly when compared to other nearby settlements.

Protecting Your Home in Albrighton

With a property crime rate of 13.3 per 1,000, Albrighton residents face a considerably lower risk compared to the UK average. However, even in areas with good safety records, proactive home security is crucial to deter opportunistic criminals targeting properties for burglary, criminal damage, and vehicle crime. Relying solely on reactive security, such as traditional CCTV, often means you only get footage of a burglary after it has happened. For genuine peace of mind, consider a proactive approach with scOS, an AI-powered home security operating system. scOS goes beyond recording by actively preventing crime before it occurs. Its intelligent system monitors all cameras simultaneously, uses DVLA vehicle verification, and learns routines to distinguish between genuine threats and everyday activity. When a threat is detected at your property boundary, scOS can autonomously activate lights and engage speakers, destroying the element of surprise and deterring intruders, making your property a less attractive target.