Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV9 · Warwickshire
49
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B76 · Birmingham
56
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Atherstone has less crime — 49 vs 56 incidents in April 2026.
Atherstone and Birmingham recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 49 and 56 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Atherstone sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Shoplifting (6), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (18) and Public order (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Atherstone recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 49 vs 56 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Atherstone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 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 (49 vs 56).