Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B35 · Birmingham
199
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
B77 · Staffordshire
222
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 199 vs 222 incidents in April 2026.
Birmingham and Tamworth recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 199 and 222 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (31) and Shoplifting (28), while Tamworth has more Anti-social behaviour (41) and Public order (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 April 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Tamworth — 199 vs 222 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Tamworth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Tamworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (199 vs 222).