Birmingham vs Tamworth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B16 · Birmingham

729

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences342
  • Shoplifting57
  • Vehicle crime56

Tamworth

B77 · Staffordshire

223

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences84
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Shoplifting15

Tamworth has less crime — 223 vs 729 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Tamworth in March 2026 — 729 incidents compared to 223, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (56), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (41). 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 Tamworth safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Tamworth recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 223 vs 729 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Tamworth recorded fewer total crimes (223 vs 729).

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