Bedworth vs Birmingham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bedworth

CV12 · Warwickshire

194

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour50
  • Shoplifting26

Birmingham

B30 · Birmingham

231

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences85
  • Criminal damage & arson28
  • Vehicle crime27

Bedworth has less crime — 194 vs 231 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Bedworth in February 2026 (231 vs 194 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (50) and Shoplifting (26), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (28) and Vehicle crime (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bedworth or Birmingham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bedworth recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 194 vs 231 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Bedworth and Birmingham?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Bedworth recorded fewer total crimes (194 vs 231).

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