Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B10 · Birmingham
493
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B4 · Birmingham
1,458
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 493 vs 1,458 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 1,458 incidents compared to 493, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (48) and Criminal damage & arson (45), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (215) and Other theft (119). 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 April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 493 vs 1,458 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Birmingham had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (493 vs 1,458).