Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B78 · Staffordshire
94
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 94 incidents in February 2026.
Tamworth recorded notably higher crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 94 vs 41 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Tamworth has more Other theft (7). 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, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 41 vs 94 incidents. That is 56% 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 Tamworth had more Other theft. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 94).