Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B48 · Worcestershire
22
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B43 · Sandwell
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Alvechurch has less crime — 22 vs 135 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in April 2026 — 135 incidents compared to 22, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alvechurch sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Shoplifting (4), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (14) and Criminal damage & arson (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 22 vs 135 incidents. That is 84% 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 West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Alvechurch recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 135).