Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV9 · Warwickshire
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B44 · Birmingham
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Atherstone has less crime — 59 vs 291 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Atherstone in February 2026 — 291 incidents compared to 59, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Shoplifting (8), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (28) and Public order (27). 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 291 incidents. That is 80% 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 and Shoplifting while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime and Public order. Overall, Atherstone recorded fewer total crimes (59 vs 291).