Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B30 · Birmingham
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B36 · Solihull
270
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Castle Bromwich has less crime — 270 vs 281 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham and Castle Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 281 and 270 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (45) and Public order (33), while Castle Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (39) and Criminal damage & arson (37). 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, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 270 vs 281 incidents. That is 4% 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 Castle Bromwich had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Castle Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (270 vs 281).