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

B72 · Birmingham

182

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences51
  • Shoplifting29
  • Other theft17

Birmingham has less crime — 182 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 182, a 8.3x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Birmingham records significantly more (581 vs 51 incidents). 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 — 182 vs 1,506 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Birmingham recorded 581 incidents of this type vs 51 in Birmingham. Overall, Birmingham had fewer total crimes (182 vs 1,506).

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