Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B3 · Birmingham
1,687
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B36 · Solihull
272
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Castle Bromwich has less crime — 272 vs 1,687 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Castle Bromwich in March 2026 — 1,687 incidents compared to 272, a 6.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (204) and Other theft (143), while Castle Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (29) and Criminal damage & arson (25). 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 March 2026 Police data, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 272 vs 1,687 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Castle Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (272 vs 1,687).