Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV12 · Warwickshire
231
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B12 · Birmingham
772
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Bedworth has less crime — 231 vs 772 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Bedworth in March 2026 — 772 incidents compared to 231, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (49) and Anti-social behaviour (48), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (61) and Vehicle crime (60). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Bedworth recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 231 vs 772 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Bedworth recorded fewer total crimes (231 vs 772).