Alvechurch vs Birmingham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Alvechurch

B48 · Worcestershire

23

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Shoplifting4
  • Other theft3

Birmingham

B1 · Birmingham

1,683

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences677
  • Shoplifting204
  • Other theft139

Alvechurch has less crime — 23 vs 1,683 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in March 2026 — 1,683 incidents compared to 23, a 73.2x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Birmingham records significantly more (677 vs 5 incidents). Alvechurch is below the national average while Birmingham is above, making Alvechurch the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alvechurch or Birmingham safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 23 vs 1,683 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Alvechurch is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Alvechurch and Birmingham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Alvechurch recorded 5 incidents of this type vs 677 in Birmingham. Overall, Alvechurch had fewer total crimes (23 vs 1,683).

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