Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B11 · Birmingham
602
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B69 · Sandwell
290
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 290 vs 602 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in March 2026 — 602 vs 290 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (46), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (73). 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 March 2026 Police data, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 290 vs 602 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (290 vs 602).