Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B32 · Birmingham
236
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B8 · Birmingham
499
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 236 vs 499 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in March 2026 — 499 vs 236 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (19), while Birmingham has more Criminal damage & arson (44). 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 499 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Birmingham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (236 vs 499).