Crime in Ludlow East: statistics, rates and trends
285 crimes were recorded in Ludlow East in the 12 months to July 2026, 74.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Ludlow East at a glance
- Crime trends in Ludlow East
- Types of crime in Ludlow East
- Ludlow East compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Ludlow East
- What happened after crimes were reported in Ludlow East
- Population and deprivation in Ludlow East
- Questions about crime in Ludlow East
- About this data
285 crimes were recorded in Ludlow East in the 12 months to July 2026, 74.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 106 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Ludlow East has the 2,059th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Ludlow East | Shropshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 285 | 19,279 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 74.0 | 58.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -4% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 3,849 | 332,455 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Ludlow East was highest in the year to July 2018 (449 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (253). Over the whole period it fell 37%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 285 | 74.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 298 | 77.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 342 | 88.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 253 | 65.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 315 | 81.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 386 | 100.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 384 | 99.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 395 | 102.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 449 | 116.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 20 |
| June 2026 | 29 |
| May 2026 | 22 |
| April 2026 | 21 |
| March 2026 | 23 |
| February 2026 | 26 |
| January 2026 | 18 |
| December 2025 | 22 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 31 |
| September 2025 | 26 |
| August 2025 | 26 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Ludlow East over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for criminal damage and arson, robbery.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+11%). The largest falls were in violence and sexual offences (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 106 | 27.5 | 0.80 | -18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 43 | 11.2 | 0.73 | +5% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 41 | 10.7 | 1.57 | -5% |
| Shoplifting | 30 | 7.8 | 0.94 | +11% |
| Public order | 13 | 3.4 | 0.51 | -28% |
| Burglary | 12 | 3.1 | 0.88 | +100% |
| Other theft | 12 | 3.1 | 0.49 | +100% |
| Vehicle crime | 12 | 3.1 | 0.63 | +140% |
| Robbery | 8 | 2.1 | 1.54 | +700% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.8 | 0.24 | -67% |
| Other crime | 2 | 0.5 | 0.25 | -50% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.5 | 0.54 | +100% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.3 | 0.15 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Ludlow East
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Ludlow East recorded 106 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 37.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Ludlow East
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Ludlow East recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 15.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Ludlow East
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Ludlow East recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 14.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Ludlow East
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Ludlow East recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 10.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Ludlow East
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Ludlow East recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Ludlow East
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Ludlow East recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Ludlow East
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Ludlow East recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Ludlow East
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Ludlow East recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 140% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Ludlow East
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Ludlow East recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 700% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Ludlow East
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Ludlow East recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Ludlow East
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Ludlow East recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Ludlow East
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Ludlow East recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Ludlow East
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Ludlow East recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Ludlow East, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Ludlow East.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Ludlow East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow North | 384 | 104.7 | +41% |
| Ludlow South | 228 | 46.8 | -37% |
| Clee | 141 | 30.6 | -59% |
| Corvedale | 91 | 25.6 | -65% |
| Craven Arms | 246 | 57.5 | -22% |
| Cleobury Mortimer | 128 | 36.4 | -51% |
| Stottesdon, Kinlet & Hopton Wafers | 74 | 21.4 | -71% |
| The Strettons | 142 | 31.8 | -57% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Ludlow East over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hospital | 33 |
| On or near Sandpits Road | 21 |
| On or near Potter Close | 21 |
| On or near Sandpits Avenue | 18 |
| On or near Sandford Road | 15 |
| On or near Henley Road | 13 |
| On or near Mortimer Place | 13 |
| On or near Lacy Road | 12 |
| On or near Henley Orchards | 10 |
| On or near Rock Lane | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Ludlow East over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 107 | 37.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 76 | 26.7% |
| Not recorded | 43 | 15.1% |
| Under investigation | 33 | 11.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 3.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 2.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 2.1% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 1.4% |
Ludlow East has an estimated population of 3,849. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Ludlow East sits in decile 4.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Ludlow East |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 54.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 58.6% |
| Social rented homes | 26.8% |
| Private rented homes | 14.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.2 |
Is Ludlow East a safe place to live?
Ludlow East recorded 74.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Ludlow East?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 106 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (43).
Is crime in Ludlow East going up or down?
Recorded crime in Ludlow East was down 4% on the year before: 285 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 298 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Ludlow East?
Ludlow East is policed by West Mercia. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Ludlow East. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.