Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B32 · Birmingham
236
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B5 · Birmingham
1,521
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 236 vs 1,521 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in March 2026 — 1,521 incidents compared to 236, a 6.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (22), while Birmingham has more Public order (122). 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 March 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 236 vs 1,521 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Birmingham had more Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (236 vs 1,521).