Birmingham vs Birmingham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B31 · Birmingham

314

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences139
  • Shoplifting51
  • Criminal damage & arson25

Birmingham

B35 · Birmingham

154

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Shoplifting27
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Birmingham has less crime — 154 vs 314 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 314 vs 154 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Birmingham records significantly more (139 vs 56 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Birmingham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 154 vs 314 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Birmingham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Birmingham recorded 139 incidents of this type vs 56 in Birmingham. Overall, Birmingham had fewer total crimes (154 vs 314).

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