Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B30 · Birmingham
231
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CV3 · Coventry
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 231 vs 246 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Coventry recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 231 and 246 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (28), while Coventry has more Shoplifting (31). 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 February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 231 vs 246 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes. Coventry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Coventry had more Shoplifting. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (231 vs 246).