Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B35 · Birmingham
154
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B70 · Sandwell
455
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 154 vs 455 incidents in February 2026.
West Bromwich recorded substantially more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 455 incidents compared to 154, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Criminal damage & arson (15), while West Bromwich has more Public order (46) and Vehicle crime (42). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than West Bromwich — 154 vs 455 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. West Bromwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while West Bromwich had more Public order and Vehicle crime. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (154 vs 455).