Birmingham vs Coventry — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Birmingham

B34 · Birmingham

303

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences120
  • Shoplifting61
  • Vehicle crime34

Coventry

CV3 · Coventry

246

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences107
  • Shoplifting31
  • Vehicle crime29

Coventry has less crime — 246 vs 303 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Coventry in February 2026 (303 vs 246 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Coventry safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Coventry recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 246 vs 303 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Birmingham and Coventry?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Birmingham recorded 120 incidents of this type vs 107 in Coventry. Overall, Coventry had fewer total crimes (246 vs 303).

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