Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B48 · Worcestershire
22
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B76 · Birmingham
56
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Alvechurch has less crime — 22 vs 56 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in April 2026 — 56 incidents compared to 22, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alvechurch sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Shoplifting (4), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (18) and Public order (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 22 vs 56 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Alvechurch is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alvechurch saw higher rates of Other theft and Shoplifting while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime and Public order. Overall, Alvechurch recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 56).