Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B19 · Birmingham
766
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B67 · Sandwell
482
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 482 vs 766 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in March 2026 — 766 vs 482 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (83) and Other theft (69), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (38) and Public order (38). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 482 vs 766 incidents. That is 37% 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 West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (482 vs 766).