Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B31 · Birmingham
314
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B44 · Birmingham
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 291 vs 314 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Birmingham recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 314 and 291 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (51) and Criminal damage & arson (25), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (28) and Public order (27). 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 Birmingham — 291 vs 314 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime and Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (291 vs 314).