Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CV12 · Warwickshire
194
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bedworth has less crime — 194 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Bedworth in February 2026 (265 vs 194 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 (31) and Criminal damage & arson (21). 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 West Bromwich — 194 vs 265 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. West Bromwich 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 West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bedworth recorded fewer total crimes (194 vs 265).