Birmingham vs Kidderminster — 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

Kidderminster

DY10 · Worcestershire

111

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Criminal damage & arson14
  • Anti-social behaviour11

Kidderminster has less crime — 111 vs 490 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Kidderminster in March 2026 — 490 incidents compared to 111, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (37) and Vehicle crime (37), while Kidderminster has more Criminal damage & arson (14) and Anti-social behaviour (11). 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 Kidderminster safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 111 vs 490 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Kidderminster had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (111 vs 490).

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