Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B18 · Birmingham
706
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B5 · Birmingham
1,411
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 706 vs 1,411 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 1,411 vs 706 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (73) and Other theft (67), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (217) and Public order (110). 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 — 706 vs 1,411 incidents. That is 50% 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 and Other theft while Birmingham had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (706 vs 1,411).