Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B72 · Birmingham
131
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Barlaston has less crime — 18 vs 131 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in February 2026 — 131 incidents compared to 18, a 7.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Public order (2), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (37) and Anti-social behaviour (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 18 vs 131 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Barlaston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barlaston saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Public order while Birmingham had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 131).