Birmingham vs Redditch — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B29 · Birmingham

400

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences137
  • Shoplifting62
  • Vehicle crime48

Redditch

B98 · Worcestershire

150

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences74
  • Shoplifting16
  • Other theft13

Redditch has less crime — 150 vs 400 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Redditch in April 2026 — 400 incidents compared to 150, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (48), while Redditch has more Other theft (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Redditch safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Redditch recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 150 vs 400 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Redditch?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Redditch had more Other theft. Overall, Redditch recorded fewer total crimes (150 vs 400).

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