Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B50 · Warwickshire
36
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
B23 · Birmingham
653
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bidford-on-Avon has less crime — 36 vs 653 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Bidford-on-Avon in April 2026 — 653 incidents compared to 36, a 18.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bidford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (13) and Public order (4), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (61) and Shoplifting (59). Bidford-on-Avon is below the national average while Birmingham is above, making Bidford-on-Avon the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bidford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 36 vs 653 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Bidford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bidford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting. Overall, Bidford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 653).