Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B48 · Worcestershire
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B37 · Solihull
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alvechurch has less crime — 8 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
Chelmsley Wood recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in February 2026 — 325 incidents compared to 8, a 40.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alvechurch sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Chelmsley Wood has more Vehicle crime (32). Alvechurch is below the national average while Chelmsley Wood is above, making Alvechurch the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than Chelmsley Wood — 8 vs 325 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Alvechurch is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Alvechurch saw higher rates of Burglary while Chelmsley Wood had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Alvechurch recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 325).