Birmingham vs Solihull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Birmingham

B42 · Birmingham

178

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences81
  • Other theft22
  • Shoplifting15

Solihull

B92 · Solihull

146

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Shoplifting19
  • Vehicle crime15

Solihull has less crime — 146 vs 178 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Solihull in April 2026 (178 vs 146 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Other theft (22), while Solihull has more Vehicle crime (15). 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 Solihull safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Solihull recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 146 vs 178 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Other theft while Solihull had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Solihull recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 178).

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