Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B32 · Birmingham
218
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B91 · Solihull
240
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 218 vs 240 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham and Solihull recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 218 and 240 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (31) and Criminal damage & arson (30), while Solihull has more Shoplifting (60) and Anti-social behaviour (22). 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 April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Solihull — 218 vs 240 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Solihull is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Solihull had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 240).