Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B28 · Birmingham
283
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B4 · Birmingham
1,395
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 283 vs 1,395 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 1,395 incidents compared to 283, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (33) and Criminal damage & arson (23), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (221) and Other theft (118). 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 February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 283 vs 1,395 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Birmingham had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (283 vs 1,395).