Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B32 · Birmingham
218
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B65 · Sandwell
288
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 218 vs 288 incidents in April 2026.
West Bromwich saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in April 2026 (288 vs 218 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (30), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (68). 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 West Bromwich — 218 vs 288 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 288).