Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
ST12 · Staffordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Barlaston has less crime — 18 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Barlaston in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 18, a 14.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barlaston sees higher rates of Public order (2), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (21). Barlaston is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Barlaston the safer choice on this measure.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Barlaston recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 18 vs 265 incidents. That is 93% 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 Public order while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Barlaston recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 265).