Alcester vs Tamworth — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Alcester

B49 · Warwickshire

41

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Public order4

Tamworth

B77 · Staffordshire

161

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences75
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Public order11

Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 161 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 41, a 3.9x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Tamworth records significantly more (75 vs 14 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alcester or Tamworth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 41 vs 161 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Alcester is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Alcester and Tamworth?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Alcester recorded 14 incidents of this type vs 75 in Tamworth. Overall, Alcester had fewer total crimes (41 vs 161).

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