Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B10 · Birmingham
490
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B11 · Birmingham
494
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 490 vs 494 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Birmingham recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 490 and 494 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (61), while Birmingham has more Other theft (41). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 490 vs 494 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Birmingham had more Other theft. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (490 vs 494).