Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B16 · Birmingham
649
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B2 · Birmingham
1,332
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 649 vs 1,332 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 1,332 vs 649 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (59), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (228). 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 February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 649 vs 1,332 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Birmingham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (649 vs 1,332).