Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B32 · Birmingham
237
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B69 · Sandwell
222
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 222 vs 237 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 237 and 222 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (20), while West Bromwich has more Shoplifting (43). 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, West Bromwich recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 222 vs 237 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (222 vs 237).