Atherstone vs Bickenhill — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Atherstone

CV9 · Warwickshire

59

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Shoplifting8

Bickenhill

B40 · Solihull

104

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft26
  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Atherstone has less crime — 59 vs 104 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bickenhill recorded notably higher crime than Atherstone in February 2026 — 104 vs 59 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Shoplifting (8), while Bickenhill has more Other theft (26) and Criminal damage & arson (15). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

Get a detailed crime report

Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.

Get the full Atherstone report — £4.99 Get the full Bickenhill report — £4.99
View Atherstone area page → View Bickenhill area page →

Frequently asked questions

Is Atherstone or Bickenhill safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Bickenhill — 59 vs 104 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Atherstone is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Atherstone and Bickenhill?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Atherstone saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Bickenhill had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Atherstone recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 104).

Compare other areas

Nuneaton vs BickenhillKenilworth vs BickenhillNuneaton vs BickenhillAtherstone vs Tees GroveAtherstone vs BirminghamAtherstone vs Chelmsley Wood