Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B48 · Worcestershire
22
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B68 · Sandwell
262
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Alvechurch has less crime — 22 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in April 2026 — 262 incidents compared to 22, a 11.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alvechurch sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (24). Alvechurch is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Alvechurch the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 22 vs 262 incidents. That is 92% 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 while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Alvechurch recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 262).