Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B13 · Birmingham
419
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B67 · Sandwell
482
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 419 vs 482 incidents in March 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in March 2026 (482 vs 419 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (49) and Vehicle crime (37), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (38) and Public order (38). 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, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 419 vs 482 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (419 vs 482).