Crime in Shifnal Rural: statistics, rates and trends
165 crimes were recorded in Shifnal Rural in the 12 months to July 2026, 28.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Shifnal Rural at a glance
- Crime trends in Shifnal Rural
- Types of crime in Shifnal Rural
- Shifnal Rural compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Shifnal Rural
- What happened after crimes were reported in Shifnal Rural
- Population and deprivation in Shifnal Rural
- Questions about crime in Shifnal Rural
- About this data
165 crimes were recorded in Shifnal Rural in the 12 months to July 2026, 28.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 68 reports (41% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Shifnal Rural has the 3,796th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Shifnal Rural | Shropshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 165 | 19,279 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 28.5 | 58.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 5,792 | 332,455 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Shifnal Rural was highest in the year to July 2018 (264 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (164). Over the whole period it fell 38%, 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 | 165 | 28.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 167 | 28.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 210 | 36.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 215 | 37.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 204 | 35.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 164 | 28.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 187 | 32.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 187 | 32.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 264 | 45.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 10 |
| June 2026 | 21 |
| May 2026 | 13 |
| April 2026 | 10 |
| March 2026 | 11 |
| February 2026 | 18 |
| January 2026 | 12 |
| December 2025 | 16 |
| November 2025 | 11 |
| October 2025 | 20 |
| September 2025 | 5 |
| August 2025 | 18 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Shifnal Rural 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. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+21%). The largest falls were in other theft (-48%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 68 | 11.7 | 0.34 | +21% |
| Other theft | 17 | 2.9 | 0.46 | -48% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 16 | 2.8 | 0.41 | +129% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 13 | 2.2 | 0.15 | -28% |
| Shoplifting | 13 | 2.2 | 0.27 | +160% |
| Burglary | 10 | 1.7 | 0.49 | -9% |
| Other crime | 10 | 1.7 | 0.82 | +900% |
| Vehicle crime | 7 | 1.2 | 0.25 | -46% |
| Public order | 6 | 1.0 | 0.16 | -54% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.5 | 0.16 | -50% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 0.18 | +0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.13 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Shifnal Rural
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Shifnal Rural recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 41.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Shifnal Rural
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Shifnal Rural recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 10.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Shifnal Rural
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Shifnal Rural recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 129% on the year before. It made up 9.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Shifnal Rural
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Shifnal Rural recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Shifnal Rural
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Shifnal Rural recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 160% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Shifnal Rural
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Shifnal Rural recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Shifnal Rural
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Shifnal Rural recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 900% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Shifnal Rural
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Shifnal Rural recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Shifnal Rural
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Shifnal Rural recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 54% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Shifnal Rural
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Shifnal Rural recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Shifnal Rural
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Shifnal Rural recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Shifnal Rural
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Shifnal Rural recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Shifnal Rural, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Shifnal Rural.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Shifnal Rural |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shifnal South | 260 | 52.0 | +82% |
| Shifnal North | 287 | 61.0 | +114% |
| Albrighton | 233 | 42.1 | +48% |
| Broseley | 329 | 54.4 | +91% |
| Claverley & Worfield | 132 | 36.6 | +28% |
| Bridgnorth East | 345 | 73.4 | +158% |
| Bridgnorth West & Tasley | 220 | 42.2 | +48% |
| Bridgnorth Castle | 414 | 96.5 | +239% |
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 Shifnal Rural over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 19 |
| On or near Lizard Lane | 17 |
| On or near Bridgnorth Road | 15 |
| On or near Newport Road | 12 |
| On or near Offoxey Road | 10 |
| On or near Bowlers Alley | 7 |
| On or near Rowan Drive | 5 |
| On or near Brick Kiln Lane | 5 |
| On or near Caynton Road | 4 |
| On or near Larch Grove | 4 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Shifnal Rural 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 58 | 35.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 48 | 29.1% |
| Under investigation | 22 | 13.3% |
| Not recorded | 13 | 7.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 7.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 4.2% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 1.2% |
Shifnal Rural has an estimated population of 5,792. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Shifnal Rural sits in decile 6.7, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Shifnal Rural |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 71.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 58.2% |
| Social rented homes | 7.7% |
| Private rented homes | 34.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.7 |
Is Shifnal Rural a safe place to live?
Shifnal Rural recorded 28.5 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 Shifnal Rural?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (17).
Is crime in Shifnal Rural going up or down?
Recorded crime in Shifnal Rural was down 1% on the year before: 165 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 167 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Shifnal Rural?
Shifnal Rural 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 Shifnal Rural. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.