Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
WS9 · Walsall
101
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
WS10 · Sandwell
311
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Aldridge has less crime — 101 vs 311 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Aldridge in April 2026 — 311 incidents compared to 101, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldridge sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (32). Aldridge is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Aldridge the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Aldridge recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 101 vs 311 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Aldridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aldridge saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Aldridge recorded fewer total crimes (101 vs 311).