Birmingham vs Nuneaton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B12 · Birmingham

772

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences362
  • Criminal damage & arson61
  • Vehicle crime60

Nuneaton

CV10 · Warwickshire

292

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences109
  • Anti-social behaviour51
  • Shoplifting28

Nuneaton has less crime — 292 vs 772 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Nuneaton in March 2026 — 772 incidents compared to 292, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (61) and Vehicle crime (60), while Nuneaton has more Anti-social behaviour (51) and Shoplifting (28). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Nuneaton safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Nuneaton recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 292 vs 772 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Nuneaton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime while Nuneaton had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Nuneaton recorded fewer total crimes (292 vs 772).

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