Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B30 · Birmingham
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B32 · Birmingham
218
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 218 vs 281 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in April 2026 (281 vs 218 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (45) and Public order (33), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (31) and Criminal damage & arson (30). 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 Birmingham — 218 vs 281 incidents. That is 22% 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 Public order while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 281).