Bickenhill vs Upper Arley — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bickenhill

B40 · Solihull

104

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft26
  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Upper Arley

DY12 · Worcestershire

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Shoplifting2

Upper Arley has less crime — 20 vs 104 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bickenhill recorded substantially more crime than Upper Arley in February 2026 — 104 incidents compared to 20, a 5.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bickenhill sees higher rates of Other theft (26) and Criminal damage & arson (15), while Upper Arley has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Shoplifting (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bickenhill or Upper Arley safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Upper Arley recorded fewer crimes than Bickenhill — 20 vs 104 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Upper Arley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bickenhill and Upper Arley?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bickenhill saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Upper Arley had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Upper Arley recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 104).

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