Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B42 · Birmingham
212
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
B44 · Birmingham
291
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Birmingham has less crime — 212 vs 291 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Birmingham in February 2026 (291 vs 212 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Birmingham has more Public order (27). 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, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 212 vs 291 incidents. That is 27% 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 Birmingham had more Public order. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (212 vs 291).