Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV12 · Warwickshire
194
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B43 · Sandwell
134
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 134 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.
Bedworth saw somewhat more crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 (194 vs 134 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (50) and Shoplifting (26), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (29) and Burglary (12). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Bedworth — 134 vs 194 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (134 vs 194).