Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B26 · Birmingham
418
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B71 · Sandwell
298
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 298 vs 418 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 (418 vs 298 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (74), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (32). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 298 vs 418 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (298 vs 418).