Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Alcester has less crime — 51 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in April 2026 — 262 incidents compared to 51, a 5.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (24) and Shoplifting (22). Alcester is below the national average while West Bromwich 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 West Bromwich — 51 vs 262 incidents. That is 81% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 262).