Birmingham vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B3 · Birmingham

1,687

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences684
  • Shoplifting204
  • Other theft143

Solihull

B91 · Solihull

211

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Shoplifting38
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Solihull has less crime — 211 vs 1,687 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Solihull in March 2026 — 1,687 incidents compared to 211, a 8.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Other theft (143), while Solihull has more Anti-social behaviour (22). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Solihull safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 211 vs 1,687 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Other theft while Solihull had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Solihull recorded fewer total crimes (211 vs 1,687).

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