Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B28 · Birmingham
284
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B36 · Solihull
247
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Castle Bromwich has less crime — 247 vs 284 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Castle Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 284 and 247 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (23), while Castle Bromwich has more Shoplifting (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 February 2026 Police data, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 247 vs 284 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Castle Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (247 vs 284).