Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B27 · Birmingham
479
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CV4 · Coventry
233
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Coventry has less crime — 233 vs 479 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Coventry in April 2026 — 479 vs 233 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (60) and Criminal damage & arson (42), while Coventry has more Shoplifting (30) and Burglary (26). 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, Coventry recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 233 vs 479 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Coventry had more Shoplifting and Burglary. Overall, Coventry recorded fewer total crimes (233 vs 479).