Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B26 · Birmingham
418
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B77 · Staffordshire
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Tamworth has less crime — 222 vs 418 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Tamworth in April 2026 — 418 vs 222 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (74) and Vehicle crime (46), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (41) and Public order (21). 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 April 2026 Police data, Tamworth recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 222 vs 418 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Tamworth recorded fewer total crimes (222 vs 418).