Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B74 · Birmingham
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Birmingham has less crime — 22 vs 41 incidents in February 2026.
Alcester recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 41 vs 22 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Public order (4), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (5) and Burglary (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Alcester — 22 vs 41 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Birmingham 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 Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 41).