Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B19 · Birmingham
766
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
DY11 · Worcestershire
401
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Kidderminster has less crime — 401 vs 766 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Kidderminster in March 2026 — 766 vs 401 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (83) and Other theft (69), while Kidderminster has more Anti-social behaviour (54) and Shoplifting (53). 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 March 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 401 vs 766 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Kidderminster had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (401 vs 766).