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Is Birmingham B12 safe?

Covering wards: Tyseley & Hay Mills, Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East, Balsall Heath West, Moseley, Bordesley & Highgate, Sparkhill

Thinking about moving to Birmingham B12? Police recorded 657 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — B12 area

Official UK Police data

657 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 280
Criminal damage & arson 74
Vehicle crime 70
Above the national average

This is a snapshot. The full report includes 24 months of trend data, outcome analysis, year-over-year comparison, and in-depth safety insights.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham B12 safe to live in?

Birmingham B12 recorded 657 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 280 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Birmingham B12?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Birmingham B12 were: Violence & sexual offences (280), Criminal damage & arson (74), and Vehicle crime (70). These accounted for 65% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Birmingham B12 compare to the national average?

Birmingham B12 is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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