Atherstone vs Birmingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Atherstone

CV9 · Warwickshire

49

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Shoplifting6

Birmingham

B73 · Birmingham

159

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Shoplifting38
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Atherstone has less crime — 49 vs 159 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Atherstone in April 2026 — 159 incidents compared to 49, a 3.2x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Atherstone or Birmingham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 49 vs 159 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Atherstone is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Atherstone recorded 22 incidents of this type vs 42 in Birmingham. Overall, Atherstone had fewer total crimes (49 vs 159).

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