Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B72 · Birmingham
131
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 131 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 131 incidents compared to 41, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (37). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 41 vs 131 incidents. That is 69% 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 Public order while Birmingham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 131).