Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B33 · Birmingham
439
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
B4 · Birmingham
1,520
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 439 vs 1,520 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in March 2026 — 1,520 incidents compared to 439, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (52) and Vehicle crime (32), while Birmingham has more Shoplifting (190) and Public order (126). 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 — 439 vs 1,520 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime while Birmingham had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (439 vs 1,520).