Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B48 · Worcestershire
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B69 · Sandwell
222
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Alvechurch has less crime — 8 vs 222 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Alvechurch in February 2026 — 222 incidents compared to 8, a 27.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alvechurch sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (2) and Burglary (1), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (43) and Vehicle crime (22). 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 February 2026 Police data, Alvechurch recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 8 vs 222 incidents. That is 96% 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 Criminal damage & arson and Burglary while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Alvechurch recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 222).