Birmingham vs Birmingham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B2 · Birmingham

1,506

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences581
  • Shoplifting194
  • Other theft131

Birmingham

B35 · Birmingham

195

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences80
  • Shoplifting22
  • Vehicle crime19

Birmingham has less crime — 195 vs 1,506 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in March 2026 — 1,506 incidents compared to 195, a 7.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Other theft (131), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Birmingham safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 195 vs 1,506 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Other theft while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (195 vs 1,506).

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