Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B50 · Warwickshire
54
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bidford-on-Avon has less crime — 54 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Bidford-on-Avon in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 54, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bidford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12) and Burglary (5), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (31) and Criminal damage & arson (21). Bidford-on-Avon is below the national average while West Bromwich is above, making Bidford-on-Avon the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bidford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 54 vs 265 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Bidford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bidford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bidford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (54 vs 265).