Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B32 · Birmingham
237
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B36 · Solihull
247
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 237 vs 247 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and Castle Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 237 and 247 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (20), while Castle Bromwich has more Shoplifting (32). 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 Castle Bromwich — 237 vs 247 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Castle Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Castle Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (237 vs 247).