Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B30 · Birmingham
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B70 · Sandwell
451
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 281 vs 451 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in April 2026 — 451 vs 281 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (45) and Public order (33), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (44) and Other theft (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 West Bromwich — 281 vs 451 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. West Bromwich 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 West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (281 vs 451).