Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B77 · Staffordshire
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Alcester has less crime — 51 vs 222 incidents in April 2026.
Tamworth recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in April 2026 — 222 incidents compared to 51, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while Tamworth has more Public order (21). Alcester is below the national average while Tamworth is above, making Alcester the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 51 vs 222 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Alcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alcester saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Tamworth had more Public order. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 222).