Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B29 · Birmingham
400
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B38 · Birmingham
246
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Tees Grove has less crime — 246 vs 400 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Tees Grove in April 2026 — 400 vs 246 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (62) and Vehicle crime (48), while Tees Grove has more Criminal damage & arson (29) and Public order (20). 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, Tees Grove recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 246 vs 400 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Tees Grove had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Tees Grove recorded fewer total crimes (246 vs 400).