Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B29 · Birmingham
400
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B37 · Solihull
403
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 400 vs 403 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham and Chelmsley Wood recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 400 and 403 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (62), while Chelmsley Wood has more Criminal damage & arson (60). 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 Chelmsley Wood — 400 vs 403 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Chelmsley Wood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Chelmsley Wood had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (400 vs 403).