Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B30 · Birmingham
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B69 · Sandwell
252
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 252 vs 281 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 281 and 252 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Public order (33), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (19). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 252 vs 281 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Public order while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (252 vs 281).