Bickenhill vs Coventry — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bickenhill

B40 · Solihull

101

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Other theft24
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Coventry

CV4 · Coventry

181

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences80
  • Shoplifting22
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Bickenhill has less crime — 101 vs 181 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Coventry recorded notably higher crime than Bickenhill in February 2026 — 181 vs 101 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bickenhill sees higher rates of Other theft (24), while Coventry has more Shoplifting (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bickenhill or Coventry safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bickenhill recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 101 vs 181 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Bickenhill is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bickenhill and Coventry?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bickenhill saw higher rates of Other theft while Coventry had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bickenhill recorded fewer total crimes (101 vs 181).

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