Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B34 · Birmingham
303
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B71 · Sandwell
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
West Bromwich has less crime — 265 vs 303 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham and West Bromwich recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 303 and 265 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (61), while West Bromwich has more Criminal damage & arson (21). 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 — 265 vs 303 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while West Bromwich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, West Bromwich recorded fewer total crimes (265 vs 303).