Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B23 · Birmingham
548
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 548 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 548 incidents compared to 41, a 13.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Public order (4), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (43) and Other theft (34). Alcester is below the national average while Birmingham is above, making Alcester the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 41 vs 548 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Alcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alcester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 548).