Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B27 · Birmingham
479
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B65 · Sandwell
288
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 288 vs 479 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than West Bromwich in April 2026 — 479 vs 288 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (42), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (68). 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 — 288 vs 479 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (288 vs 479).