Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B31 · Birmingham
314
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B65 · Sandwell
257
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 257 vs 314 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than West Bromwich in February 2026 (314 vs 257 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (25), while West Bromwich has more Vehicle crime (14). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 257 vs 314 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (257 vs 314).