Birmingham vs Kenilworth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B35 · Birmingham

154

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Shoplifting27
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Kenilworth

CV8 · Warwickshire

22

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Vehicle crime2

Kenilworth has less crime — 22 vs 154 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham recorded substantially more crime than Kenilworth in February 2026 — 154 incidents compared to 22, a 7.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Criminal damage & arson (15), while Kenilworth has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Vehicle crime (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham or Kenilworth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Kenilworth recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 22 vs 154 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Kenilworth is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Kenilworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Kenilworth recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 154).

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