Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV12 · Warwickshire
194
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B37 · Solihull
325
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bedworth has less crime — 194 vs 325 incidents in February 2026.
Chelmsley Wood recorded notably higher crime than Bedworth in February 2026 — 325 vs 194 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (50) and Shoplifting (26), while Chelmsley Wood has more Criminal damage & arson (43) and Vehicle crime (32). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bedworth recorded fewer crimes than Chelmsley Wood — 194 vs 325 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Chelmsley Wood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Chelmsley Wood had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, Bedworth recorded fewer total crimes (194 vs 325).