Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV12 · Warwickshire
238
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B64 · Sandwell
224
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 224 vs 238 incidents in April 2026.
Bedworth and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 238 and 224 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedworth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (67) and Shoplifting (40), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (27) and Vehicle crime (13). 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 April 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Bedworth — 224 vs 238 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes. Bedworth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bedworth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (224 vs 238).