Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B2 · Birmingham
1,362
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B23 · Birmingham
548
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 548 vs 1,362 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 1,362 vs 548 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (234), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (43). 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 — 548 vs 1,362 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (548 vs 1,362).