Is Shrewsbury Rural West Safe?
Crime statistics for Shrewsbury Rural West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,686 total crimes recorded in Shrewsbury Rural West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Shrewsbury Rural West — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shrewsbury Rural West safe?
Shrewsbury Rural West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 3/100, rated High Crime. 1,686 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Shrewsbury Rural West has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Shrewsbury Rural West in the last 12 months?
1,686 crimes were recorded in Shrewsbury Rural West in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 17% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,441 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Shrewsbury Rural West?
The most common crime in Shrewsbury Rural West is Violent Crime, with 758 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 45% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Shrewsbury Rural West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Shrewsbury Rural West is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 17% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.
What is the safety score for Shrewsbury Rural West?
Shrewsbury Rural West has a safety score of 3 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Shrewsbury Rural West compare to the West Mercia Police average?
Shrewsbury Rural West has a safety score of 3/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Shrewsbury Rural West is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Shrewsbury Rural West?
14.5% of crimes in Shrewsbury Rural West resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Shrewsbury Rural West?
758 violent crimes were recorded in Shrewsbury Rural West in the last 12 months, representing 45% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 317 incidents.
When was the crime data for Shrewsbury Rural West last updated?
The crime data for Shrewsbury Rural West was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Shrewsbury Rural West with other areas?
You can compare Shrewsbury Rural West with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.