Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B29 · Birmingham
400
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B35 · Birmingham
199
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 199 vs 400 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 400 vs 199 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (48), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (31). 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, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 199 vs 400 incidents. That is 50% 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 while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (199 vs 400).