Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
25
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B69 · Sandwell
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Barlaston has less crime — 25 vs 252 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in April 2026 — 252 incidents compared to 25, a 10.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Burglary (4) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (70) and Criminal damage & arson (19). Barlaston is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Barlaston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 25 vs 252 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Barlaston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barlaston saw higher rates of Burglary and Anti-social behaviour while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 252).