Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B49 · Warwickshire
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B70 · Sandwell
455
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alcester has less crime — 41 vs 455 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in February 2026 — 455 incidents compared to 41, a 11.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (42). 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 February 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 41 vs 455 incidents. That is 91% 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 Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 455).