Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B48 · Worcestershire
23
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
B20 · Birmingham
563
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Alvechurch has less crime — 23 vs 563 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in March 2026 — 563 incidents compared to 23, a 24.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alvechurch sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4) and Other theft (3), while Birmingham has more Public order (50) and Vehicle crime (44). Alvechurch is below the national average while Birmingham is above, making Alvechurch the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 23 vs 563 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Alvechurch is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Alvechurch saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Birmingham had more Public order and Vehicle crime. Overall, Alvechurch recorded fewer total crimes (23 vs 563).