Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV9 · Warwickshire
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B42 · Birmingham
212
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Atherstone has less crime — 59 vs 212 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Atherstone in February 2026 — 212 incidents compared to 59, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (34). Atherstone is below the national average while Birmingham is above, making Atherstone the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 59 vs 212 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Atherstone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Atherstone saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Atherstone recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 212).