Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B30 · Birmingham
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CV11 · Warwickshire
388
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 281 vs 388 incidents in April 2026.
Nuneaton saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in April 2026 (388 vs 281 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (45) and Public order (33), while Nuneaton has more Anti-social behaviour (94) 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, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Nuneaton — 281 vs 388 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (281 vs 388).