Shifnal Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Shifnal's crime profile in February 2026 reveals a distinct mix of offences that diverges from the UK average, shaped by the area's characteristics. The overall crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 51.6% below the national average, a significant disparity that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or the community's inherent safety features. The breakdown of crimes highlights a stark dominance of violent and sexual offences, accounting for 57.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.1%) and other theft (12.1%). This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the UK's broader distribution, where property crimes often feature more prominently. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may contribute to this pattern, as indoor spaces and community hubs become focal points for interpersonal conflicts. The low rates of property crimes, particularly vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.3 per 1,000), further align with Shifnal's likely rural-urban hybrid nature, where open spaces and lower population density reduce opportunities for such offences. While direct causation, the balance of crime types suggests a community where social dynamics and environmental factors play a critical role in shaping criminal activity.

February 2026 saw a 100% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from 2 to 4 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour rose by 33.3%, suggesting heightened tensions or disruptions in public spaces. Conversely, 'other crime' fell by 50.0%, a notable decline that may reflect improved community engagement or reduced opportunities for certain offences. The violent crime category, at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, remains 22% below the UK average, a persistent trend that could be linked to Shifnal's rural-urban blend, where community cohesion might temper more severe incidents. These fluctuations, while modest, warrant attention from local authorities and residents alike.

Shifnal's February 2026 crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents marks an 8.4% decrease from the previous month's 3.3 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 327 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in human terms. Daily crime activity in Shifnal averaged one incident per day, a low frequency that contrasts with the UK's overall higher rates. This statistic, while local-specific, offers a tangible sense of the scale of crime in the area. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Shifnal's residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average, with the 51.6% deficit in the overall rate underscoring the area's relative safety. These metrics, when viewed collectively, suggest a community where crime remains a rare occurrence.