Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B21 · Birmingham
602
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
DY4 · Sandwell
358
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 358 vs 602 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in March 2026 — 602 vs 358 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Public order (44), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (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 — 358 vs 602 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Public order while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (358 vs 602).