Birmingham vs Birmingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B15 · Birmingham

490

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences239
  • Shoplifting37
  • Vehicle crime37

Birmingham

B73 · Birmingham

158

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Shoplifting23
  • Vehicle crime18

Birmingham has less crime — 158 vs 490 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in March 2026 — 490 incidents compared to 158, a 3.1x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Birmingham records significantly more (239 vs 44 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Birmingham safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 158 vs 490 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Birmingham recorded 239 incidents of this type vs 44 in Birmingham. Overall, Birmingham had fewer total crimes (158 vs 490).

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