Bedworth vs Birmingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bedworth

CV12 · Warwickshire

238

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Shoplifting40

Birmingham

B45 · Birmingham

165

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences74
  • Vehicle crime20
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Birmingham has less crime — 165 vs 238 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bedworth saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in April 2026 (238 vs 165 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (67) and Shoplifting (40), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (20) and Criminal damage & arson (14). 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 April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Bedworth — 165 vs 238 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes. Bedworth is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (165 vs 238).

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