Crime in The Strettons: statistics, rates and trends
142 crimes were recorded in The Strettons in the 12 months to July 2026, 31.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in The Strettons at a glance
- Crime trends in The Strettons
- Types of crime in The Strettons
- The Strettons compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in The Strettons
- What happened after crimes were reported in The Strettons
- Population and deprivation in The Strettons
- Questions about crime in The Strettons
- About this data
142 crimes were recorded in The Strettons in the 12 months to July 2026, 31.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 63 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, The Strettons has the 3,724th highest crime rate.
| Measure | The Strettons | Shropshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 142 | 19,279 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 31.8 | 58.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -17% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 4,469 | 332,455 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in The Strettons was highest in the year to July 2021 (326 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (142). Over the whole period it fell 51%, 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 | 142 | 31.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 172 | 38.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 220 | 49.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 218 | 48.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 221 | 49.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 326 | 72.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 253 | 56.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 319 | 71.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 290 | 64.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 19 |
| June 2026 | 13 |
| May 2026 | 18 |
| April 2026 | 8 |
| March 2026 | 13 |
| February 2026 | 8 |
| January 2026 | 9 |
| December 2025 | 7 |
| November 2025 | 13 |
| October 2025 | 9 |
| September 2025 | 12 |
| August 2025 | 13 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in The Strettons 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 falls were in other theft (-61%) and anti-social behaviour (-10%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 63 | 14.1 | 0.41 | -9% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 18 | 4.0 | 0.26 | -10% |
| Other theft | 13 | 2.9 | 0.45 | -61% |
| Public order | 12 | 2.7 | 0.40 | +50% |
| Burglary | 7 | 1.6 | 0.44 | -22% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 7 | 1.6 | 0.23 | +17% |
| Shoplifting | 6 | 1.3 | 0.16 | -33% |
| Vehicle crime | 6 | 1.3 | 0.27 | -14% |
| Other crime | 5 | 1.1 | 0.53 | +25% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.7 | 0.21 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.27 | -50% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 0.23 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in The Strettons
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. The Strettons recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 44.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in The Strettons
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. The Strettons recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 12.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in The Strettons
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. The Strettons recorded 13 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 61% on the year before. It made up 9.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in The Strettons
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. The Strettons recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in The Strettons
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. The Strettons recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in The Strettons
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. The Strettons recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in The Strettons
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. The Strettons recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in The Strettons
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. The Strettons recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in The Strettons
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. The Strettons recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in The Strettons
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. The Strettons recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in The Strettons
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. The Strettons recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in The Strettons
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. The Strettons 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 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to The Strettons, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to The Strettons.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs The Strettons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corvedale | 91 | 25.6 | -19% |
| Burnell | 163 | 27.7 | -13% |
| Craven Arms | 246 | 57.5 | +81% |
| Rea Valley | 241 | 59.3 | +87% |
| Chirbury & Worthen | 180 | 30.0 | -6% |
| Bayston Hill | 157 | 30.5 | -4% |
| Longden | 225 | 40.1 | +26% |
| Severn Valley | 195 | 48.0 | +51% |
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 The Strettons over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Brooksbury | 16 |
| On or near Parking Area | 10 |
| On or near Supermarket | 7 |
| On or near Longmynd Place | 5 |
| On or near Snatchfields Lane | 5 |
| On or near B5477 | 5 |
| On or near Carding Mill Valley | 5 |
| On or near Ludlow Road | 5 |
| On or near Police Station | 5 |
| On or near Beaumont Road | 4 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in The Strettons 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 | 53 | 37.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 34 | 23.9% |
| Under investigation | 19 | 13.4% |
| Not recorded | 18 | 12.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 8 | 5.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 2.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 1.4% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.7% |
The Strettons has an estimated population of 4,469. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in The Strettons sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | The Strettons |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 8.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 45.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 45.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.7% |
| Social rented homes | 10.9% |
| Private rented homes | 12.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is The Strettons a safe place to live?
The Strettons recorded 31.8 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 The Strettons?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (18).
Is crime in The Strettons going up or down?
Recorded crime in The Strettons was down 17% on the year before: 142 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 172 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers The Strettons?
The Strettons 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 The Strettons. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.